Freycinetia santacruzensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santacruzensis
ID:
768243
Status:
valid
Authors:
Huynh
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Neuchâteloise Sci. Nat. 125: 29 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767576
Common Names
- Santa Cruz Screw Pine
- Santa Cruz Screwpalm
- Santa Cruz Pandanus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freycinetia santacruzensis (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 santacruzensis 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 santacruzensis 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 santacruzensis 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 santacruzensis
Freycinetia santacruzensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical forests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Freycinetia santacruzensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freycinetia santacruzensis?
Freycinetia santacruzensis
What is the common name of Freycinetia santacruzensis?
Santa Cruz Screwpine
What is the natural habitat of Freycinetia santacruzensis?
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-306412: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.