Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moti
ID:
758831

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dept. Agric. Queensland 13: 13 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000758164

Common Names

  • Calamus moti
  • Moti's Rattan
  • Moti Rattan

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Description

Calamus moti (also called Moti 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 moti is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, fever, and skin conditions. It is also used as an aphrodisiac and to boost energy levels. It is also used in perfumes and incense.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus moti 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 moti

Calamus moti can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Calamus moti FAQ

What is the common name of Calamus moti?

Moti's Rattan

What is the natural habitat of Calamus moti?

Dry mountain slopes in South Africa

What is the size of Calamus moti?

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

Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665266-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.