Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
pseudoangustissima
ID:
768219

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huynh

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Candollea 57: 55 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767552



Common Names

  • Freycinetia pseudoangustissima
  • Pseudoangustissima Climbing Pandanus
  • Pseudoangustissima Pandanus


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Description

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima (also called 'Winged Pandanus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a crown of long, narrow, pointed leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and is found in the understory of the rainforest. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food, as its leaves and fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few roots and leaves, and then planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Freycinetia pseudoangustissima

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Freycinetia pseudoangustissima?

Freycinetia pseudoangustissima

What is the common name of Freycinetia pseudoangustissima?

False Narrow-leaved Screwpine

What is the natural habitat of Freycinetia pseudoangustissima?

Tropical rainforests

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-306390: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.