Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulinervis
ID:
761152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 11(App.): 12 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760485

Common Names

  • Spinulinerous Rattan
  • Spinulinerous Cane
  • Spinulinerous Palm

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Description

Calamus spinulinervis (also called Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is a slender, unarmed, climbing palm with a smooth stem and long, pinnate leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests, often in the understory, and is found in the lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus spinulinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Calamus spinulinervis are small and yellow in color. They are arranged in clusters of 3-5 flowers. Seed: The seeds of Calamus spinulinervis are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Calamus spinulinervis are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus spinulinervis is a clump-forming, evergreen, perennial plant. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Calamus spinulinervis

Calamus spinulinervis is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Calamus spinulinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus spinulinervis?

Calamus spinulinervis

What is the common name of Calamus spinulinervis?

Spinulose Rattan

Where is Calamus spinulinervis native to?

India

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665435-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.