Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
kaugelensis
ID:
768092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huynh

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 124: 153 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767425



Common Names

  • Freycinetia kaugelensis
  • Christmas Star Vine
  • Coral Vine


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Description

Freycinetia kaugelensis (also called Kaugel Pandanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree growing to a height of up to 5 m. It is native to the Solomon Islands and is found in open forests, coastal areas, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Freycinetia kaugelensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments and as a tonic for the digestive system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Freycinetia kaugelensis has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freycinetia kaugelensis can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Freycinetia kaugelensis

Freycinetia kaugelensis is native to Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It can be found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Freycinetia kaugelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Freycinetia kaugelensis?

Freycinetia kaugelensis

What is the common name of Freycinetia kaugelensis?

Kaugel's screw pine

Where is Freycinetia kaugelensis native to?

Indonesia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands

Species in the Freycinetia genus

Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,

Species in the Pandanaceae family

Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-306271: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.