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223, I.—Rattans (Calamus spp., Palm Family, Palmacew). Plants 
showing their method of climbing over trees by means of grappling 
hooks at the end of the leaves. (Selleny.)—Woody vines sometimes 
attaining a length of 100 m. or more; leaves’ dark green above; flowers 
rosy or greenish; fruit polished. Native home, Tropical Asia and East 
Indies. 
