Calamus pygmaeus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 8 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000759541
Common Names
- Pygmy Rattan
- Calamus Pygmaeus
- Pygmy Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus pygmaeus (also called Dwarf Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm native to tropical regions of Asia. It has long, slender stems and produces clusters of small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus pygmaeus is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and as a medicinal plant. Its leaves and roots are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus pygmaeus is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have a long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus pygmaeus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Calamus pygmaeus
Calamus pygmaeus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Calamus pygmaeus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus pygmaeus?
Calamus pygmaeus
What are the common names of Calamus pygmaeus?
Rattan palm, Rattan cane
What is the natural habitat of Calamus pygmaeus?
It is native to Southeast Asia, particularly India, Thailand, and Malaysia
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665361-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.