Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblatus
ID:
1304277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Dransf.) W.J.Baker

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 197(2): 147 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316731

Common Names

  • Calamus oblatus
  • Oblate cane
  • Oblate rattan

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Description

Calamus oblatus (also called Oblate Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical rainforest and secondary forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus oblatus is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for weaving baskets and mats. Its leaves are also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus oblatus has white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus oblatus is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, evergreen palm that can reach up to 10 m (33 ft) in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Calamus oblatus

Calamus pannosus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Calamus oblatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus oblatus?

Calamus oblatus

What is the common name of Calamus oblatus?

Oblate Rattan

What is the natural habitat of Calamus oblatus?

Tropical rainforests

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

John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.