IS 15458 : 2004 Classification of Indian Canes and their Zonal Distribution

1 Scope

This standard details the zonal distribution (naturaloccurrence) of common Indian rattans, classified according to theirvarious uses and gives information of the diameter and strengthclasses as well as the average basic specific gravity (on greenvolume to oven dry weight basis).

This standard provides a proforma for general classification andnomenclature of commercial rattan species in a country, withinformation about the source of supply/distribution, properties andpotential end-uses. The important rattan genera are Calamus,Ceratolobos, Daemonorops, Korthalsia, Myrilalepis, Plectocomia andPlectocomiopsis.

2 Reference

IS 707 : 1976 Glossary of terms applicable to timber technology and utilization