Calamus whitmorei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Malaysian Forester 41: 337 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761228
Common Names
- Calamus whitmorei
- Whitmorei Calamus
- Calamus Whitmorei
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus whitmorei (also called Whitmore's Rattan, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant native to Brazil. It has long, thin stems with sharp spines and small yellow flowers. It grows in wet forests and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus whitmorei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus whitmorei has yellow flowers with red stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus whitmorei is a tropical plant that is native to Fiji. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, and well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. When growing from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm and humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Calamus whitmorei
Calamus whitmorei is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Calamus whitmorei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus whitmorei?
Calamus whitmorei
What is the family of Calamus whitmorei?
Arecaceae
Where is Calamus whitmorei found?
Brazil
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
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665487-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.