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PiQ 003 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 vmes sometimes 

 attaining a length of 100 m. or more; leaves dark green above; flowers 

 rosy or greenish; fruit polished. Native home, Tropical Asia and l^ast 

 Indies. 



