Rattan Basket

Rattan

Rattan, also spelled ratan, is the name for roughly 600 species of Old World climbing palms belonging to subfamily Calamoideae. The greatest diversity of rattan palm species and genera are in the closed-canopy old-growth tropical forests of Southeast Asia, though they can also be found in other parts of tropical Asia and Africa. Most rattan palms are ecologically considered lianas due to their climbing habits, unlike other palm species. A few species also have tree-like or shrub-like habits.

Basket

A basket is a container that is traditionally constructed from stiff fibers, and can be made from a range of materials, including wood splints, runners, and cane. While most baskets are made from plant materials, other materials such as horsehair, baleen, or metal wire can be used. Baskets are generally woven by hand. Some baskets are fitted with a lid, while others are left open on top.

rattan

Noun

1. Any of several species of climbing palm of the genus Calamus.
2. The plant used as a material for making furniture, baskets etc.

Verb

1. To beat with a rattan cane.

basket

Noun

1. A lightweight woven container, generally round, open at the top, and tapering toward the bottom.
2. A bed for a cat.

Verb

1. To place in a basket or baskets.
2. To cross-collateralize the royalty advances for multiple works so that the creator is not paid until all of those works have achieved a certain level of success.