Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend., N.K.Ban & N.Q.Dung
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 52: 196 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911889
Common Names
- Calamus nuichuaensis
- Nuichua Rattan
- Vietnamese Rattan
Description
Calamus nuichuaensis (also called Nuichua Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Vietnam and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a slender, single-stemmed palm with a crown of pinnate leaves and yellowish flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus nuichuaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus nuichuaensis is a yellowish-greenish color with a tubular shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and long with a yellowish-greenish color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus nuichuaensis is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Calamus nuichuaensis
Calamus nuichuaensis is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Calamus nuichuaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus nuichuaensis?
Calamus nuichuaensis
What is the common name of Calamus nuichuaensis?
Nuichuaensis Calamus
How do you care for Calamus nuichuaensis?
Calamus nuichuaensis should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering.
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
Ninh Khac Ban: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.K.Ban' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.