Calamus paulii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 81 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759030
Common Names
- Calamus paulii
- Paul's Rattan
- Paul's Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus paulii (also called Rattan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical forests, and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus paulii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for skin care and wound healing.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus paulii is a small, yellowish-green spike, about 1 cm long. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed, about 2 mm long. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Calamus paulii is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Propagation is best done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Calamus paulii
Calamus paulii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Calamus paulii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus paulii?
Calamus paulii
What is the family of Calamus paulii?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Calamus paulii?
Paul's Rattan
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:939072-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.