Calamus scipionum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lour.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1790
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 210 (1790)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760097
Common Names
- Scipio Rattan
- Scipio Cane
- Scipio Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus scipionum (also called Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that is native to tropical regions of Asia. It has a slender, spiny stem and long, pinnate leaves. It grows in dense forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus scipionum is a species of rattan palm found in Southeast Asia. It is used to make furniture, baskets, and other decorative items. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus scipionum has small, yellowish-green flowers, with each flower having three petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have small, narrow leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus scipionum is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm, and can reach heights of up to 20 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rhizome. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in the shade until germination occurs.
Where to Find Calamus scipionum
Calamus scipionum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be found in tropical rainforests and open grasslands.
Calamus scipionum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus scipionum?
Calamus scipionum
What is the common name of Calamus scipionum?
Scipio's Rattan
Where is Calamus scipionum native to?
Indonesia
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
João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665412-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.