rattan

• Palmier grimpant originaire du Sri Lanka et du sud de l'Inde, connu pour ses longues tiges utilisées dans la fabrication des cannes de Malacca ; désigne également les tiges de divers palmiers du genre Calamus, employées pour le tressage, la fabrication de meubles et de cannes, ou le fouet fait de ces tiges.

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.

   rotin (plante grimpante)

   • 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.

   Rotin (matériau)

   • 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.

   Synonymescane

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.

   Canne en rotin

   • 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.

   Synonymescanerodstickswitch