Calamus vestitus
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A cane or rattan. It is a climbing palm.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows near rivers and up to 600 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, SE Asia, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Shoots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ensyake, Keboe, Kumisi
Synonyms
Palmijuncus vestitus (Becc.) Kuntze;