rattan

• Kletterpalme, die in Sri Lanka und Südindien wächst und für ihre langen Stängel bekannt ist, aus denen Malacca-Spazierstöcke hergestellt werden; bezeichnet auch die Stängel verschiedener Palmen der Gattung Calamus, die zum Flechten, für Möbel und Spazierstöcke verwendet werden, sowie eine aus solchen Stängeln gefertigte Peitsche.

A climbing palm native to Sri Lanka and southern India, known for its long stems used to make Malacca canes; also refers to the stems of various Calamus palms used for wickerwork, furniture, and canes, or a switch made from such stems.

1. Climbing palm plantC1formal

   A climbing palm native to Sri Lanka and southern India, known for its extremely long stems used to make Malacca canes.

   Rattanpalme

   • Rattan grows abundantly in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
   • The long stems of the rattan palm can reach over 100 meters in length.
   • Harvesting rattan requires careful cutting to avoid damaging the plant.

2. Material for furnitureB2formal

   The stem of various climbing palms, especially of the genus Calamus, used to make wickerwork, furniture, and canes.

   Rattan

   • The chair was woven from natural rattan fibers.
   • Rattan furniture is popular for its durability and lightweight nature.
   • They bought a beautiful rattan table for their patio.

   Synonymecane

3. A switch or stickC1formal

   A flexible stick or switch made from the stems of rattan palms, often used for punishment or as a walking aid.

   Rohrstock aus Rattan

   • The teacher used a rattan to discipline the unruly student.
   • He carried a rattan cane while walking through the forest.
   • In some cultures, rattan switches are used in traditional ceremonies.

   Synonymecanerodstickswitch