Freycinetia revoluta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
768231
Status:
valid
Authors:
Huynh
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 123: 329 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767564
Common Names
- Freycinetia revoluta
- Christmas Star Vine
- Coral Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freycinetia revoluta (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 revoluta 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 revoluta 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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Freycinetia revoluta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -5°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.
Where to Find Freycinetia revoluta
Freycinetia revoluta is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Freycinetia revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freycinetia revoluta?
Freycinetia revoluta
What is the common name of Freycinetia revoluta?
Revolute Screwpine
What is the natural habitat of Freycinetia revoluta?
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-306400: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.