Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Calamus

Species:

Calamus crinitus subsp. forbesii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

2000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

cream, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require fresh collection and high humidity. Germination improved with removal of fruit pulp and warm temperatures around 25-30°C.

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