Calamus parvulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend. & N.Q.Dung
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 8: 30 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917042
Common Names
- Calamus parvulus
- Parvulus Calamus
- Calamus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus parvulus (also called Dwarf Calamus, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It has a green stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, pinnate and entire. It is native to Indonesia and found in the Malay Peninsula. It is usually found in lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus parvulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to thrive in dry conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Calamus parvulus flower is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus parvulus is a species of palm native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It can also be propagated from root cuttings.
Where to Find Calamus parvulus
Calamus parvulus is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-462354: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.