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Calamus vinosus

Family: Arecaceae


What it is like

A climbing spiny palm or rattan. The stems are 3-4.5 cm thick. The fruit are red and 16-18 mm long by 12-14 mm wide.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 1,000-1,500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Philippines, SE Asia


How it is used for food

The fruit are fermented to make wine.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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