Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Calamus

Species:

Calamus retroflexus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow-green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, wetland birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds require consistent moisture and may benefit from light exposure. Germination can be erratic.

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