Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachystemonus
ID:
759486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 431 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000758819

Common Names

  • Pachystemonus Calamus
  • Calamus Pachystemonus
  • Pachystemonus Plant

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Description

Calamus pachystemonus (also called Pachystemonus Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Calamus. It is native to Australia and is found in tropical rainforest habitats. It is a climbing palm with long, slender stems and large, pinnate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus pachystemonus is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and wounds. It is also used in cosmetics and skin care products for its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calamus pachystemonus is a yellow-green, tubular flower with six petals. The seed of Calamus pachystemonus is a small, black seed. The seedlings of Calamus pachystemonus are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus pachystemonus can be propagated from seed or by division of offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Offsets can be removed from the parent plant and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be placed in a sunny location.

Where to Find Calamus pachystemonus

Calamus pachystemonus can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

Calamus pachystemonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus pachystemonus?

Calamus pachystemonus

What are the common names of Calamus pachystemonus?

Pachystemonus rattan, Rattan

What is the natural habitat of Calamus pachystemonus?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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,

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