Calamus unifarius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 17: 158 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760928
Common Names
- Unifarious Rattan
- Calamus Unifarius
- Unifarious Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus unifarius (also called Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to Southeast Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. It grows in tropical forests, often near rivers, and can reach heights of up to 30 meters. Its stems are used to make furniture, baskets, and other items.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus unifarius is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Calamus unifarius is small, yellowish-green in color. The seed is small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus unifarius 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 unifarius
Calamus unifarius is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Calamus unifarius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus unifarius?
Calamus unifarius
What is the common name of Calamus unifarius?
One-fingered Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus unifarius?
Calamus unifarius is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
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
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665469-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.