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Gauri Beta 
| Local Name |
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Gauri Beta |
| Botanical Name |
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Calamus latifolius Roxb. |
| Common Name |
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Rattans |
| Family |
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Arecaceae |
| Distribution |
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It is commonly found in the tropical and subtropical moist deciduous forests throughout Odisha. It is predominantly a species associated with the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia. |
| Habit |
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Palm |
| Short Description |
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It is a climbing palm species with robust, spiny stems and large, fan-shaped leaves. It is used in furniture making and handicrafts due to its flexible yet sturdy canes. |
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Descriptions
The stems form thickets, are climbing or are clustered, they grow to 35 m in length with 4 cm in diameter.
Flowering & Fruiting Period
June - August
Use(s)
Rhizomes are to treat nervous system problems.
