Calamus pedicellatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc. ex K.Heyne
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Nutt. Pl. Ned.-Ind. , ed. 2, 1: 381 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759037
Common Names
- Calamus pedicellatus
- Pedicellate Rattan
- Pedicellate Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus pedicellatus (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 pedicellatus 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 pedicellatus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus pedicellatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or part shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Calamus pedicellatus
Calamus pedicellatus is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Calamus pedicellatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus pedicellatus?
Calamus pedicellatus
What is the family of Calamus pedicellatus?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Calamus pedicellatus?
Pedicellate 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
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Karel Heyne (1877-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Heyne' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665321-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.