Calamus tumidus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Furtado
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 15: 105 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760897
Common Names
- Calamus tumidus
- Tumidus Rattan
- Tumidus Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus tumidus (also called Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is a slender, spiny, climbing palm with a greyish-brown stem and large, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and mangroves.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus tumidus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright and vibrant colours. It is also used in cut flower arrangements as it has a long vase life.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus tumidus is a yellowish-green color and is small in size. The seed is an ovoid shape and is brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf that is long and narrow.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus tumidus is a tropical plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or stem cuttings. It can also be grown from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Calamus tumidus
Calamus tumidus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Calamus tumidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus tumidus?
Calamus tumidus
What is the common name of Calamus tumidus?
Tumid Rattan
Where is Calamus tumidus found?
India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
Caetano Xavier Furtado (1897-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Furtado' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665466-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.