Calamus nicolai - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verschaff.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Nursery Cat. (Ambroise Verschaffelt) 72: 13 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316545
Common Names
- Calamus nicolai
- Nicolai's Rattan
- Nicolai's Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Calamus nicolai has been used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus nicolai is a small yellowish-green flower with a single pistil and a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Calamus nicolai can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be replanted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Calamus nicolai
Calamus nicolai is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist, tropical forests.
Calamus nicolai FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus nicolai?
Calamus nicolai
What is the common name of Calamus nicolai?
Nicolai Rattan
Where is Calamus nicolai native to?
India, Nepal, and China
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
Ambroise Verschaffelt (1825-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verschaff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665285-1: Based on the initial data import