Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
pectinata
ID:
768199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 153 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767532



Common Names

  • Freycinetia pectinata
  • Comb-leaved Pandanus
  • Comb-leaved Screwpine


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Description

Freycinetia pectinata (also called Pandan, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with long, thin, leathery leaves, and small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, New Guinea, and the Philippines, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Freycinetia pectinata 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 pectinata has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freycinetia pectinata can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Freycinetia pectinata

Freycinetia pectinata can be found in the Philippines and Sulawesi.

Freycinetia pectinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Freycinetia pectinata?

Freycinetia pectinata

What are the common names of Freycinetia pectinata?

Climbing Pandanus, Pandanus pectinatus, Pandanus petiolatus

What is the native range of Freycinetia pectinata?

Indo-Malesia, Australia, and New Zealand

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-306372: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.