Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moseleyanus
ID:
758809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 2: 211 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000758142

Common Names

  • Calamus moseleyanus
  • Moseley's Rattan
  • Moseley Rattan

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Description

Calamus moseleyanus (also called Moseley's Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia, India, and China. It is a climbing palm, growing up to 20 m tall, with stems up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing in the understory and in the canopy, and in the mountains up to an altitude of 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus moseleyanus has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food and medicine. The plant has many benefits, such as providing a natural source of vitamins and minerals, aiding in digestion, and helping to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus moseleyanus has yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus moseleyanus is a tropical plant that prefers warm, humid climates and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or division of the root system. Seeds can also be used, but they require a long germination period.

Where to Find Calamus moseleyanus

Calamus moseleyanus is native to India and is found in tropical forests in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.

Calamus moseleyanus FAQ

What is the common name of Calamus moseleyanus?

Moseley's Rattan

What is the natural habitat of Calamus moseleyanus?

Dry mountain slopes in South Africa

What is the size of Calamus moseleyanus?

Up to 1 m tall

Species in the Calamus genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665264-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.