Caning material is a term used to describe materials used for corporal punishment, such as flogging or whipping. RATTAN, reeds, welts, and LASH are all materials commonly used for caning. RATTAN is a type of vine that grows in tropical climates and is often used to make furniture. Reeds are tall, slender grasses that grow in wetlands and are also used to make furniture. Welts are raised ridges of skin caused by a beating or whipping. LASH is a thin strip of leather or other material used for whipping.