Status:
valid
Authors:
Adorador & Fernando
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 447: 97 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021504
Description
Calamus warayanus (also called Waray rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that is native to the Philippines. It has long, thin stems with sharp spines and large, feather-like leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus warayanus is a popular ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and balconies. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus warayanus has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus warayanus is a palm native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Calamus warayanus
Calamus warayanus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Calamus warayanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus warayanus?
Calamus warayanus
What is the common name of Calamus warayanus?
Warayan Calamus
What is the natural habitat of Calamus warayanus?
Dry, open woodlands
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,