Pandanus aecuatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aecuatus
ID:
727402
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 27: 47 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726735
Common Names
- Aecuatus Pandanus
- Pandanus aecuatus
- Aecuatus Screw Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pandanus aecuatus (also called Winged Screw-pine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet, marshy habitats, and has long, slender stems with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus aecuatus is used as a medicinal plant, for its essential oil, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pandanus aecuatus is a white or cream colored, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pandanus aecuatus is a tropical plant that is native to the Pacific Islands. It is a slow-growing plant that prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Pandanus aecuatus
Pandanus aecuatus is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Pandanus aecuatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandanus aecuatus?
Pandanus aecuatus
What is the common name of Pandanus aecuatus?
Aecuatus pandanus
Where is Pandanus aecuatus found?
It is found in tropical regions of the world.
Species in the Pandanus genus
Pandanus marojejicus, Pandanus kuepferi, Pandanus insuetus, Pandanus tazoanii, Pandanus fetosus, Pandanus maromokotrensis, Pandanus polyglossus, Pandanus sechellarum, Pandanus schoddei, Pandanus scopula, Pandanus scortechinii, Pandanus saxatilis, Pandanus semiarmatus, Pandanus serratus, Pandanus scopulorum, Pandanus scabrifolius, Pandanus salailuaensis, Pandanus sambiranensis, Pandanus samoensis, Pandanus sandakanensis, Pandanus sarasinorum, Pandanus sphaeroideus, Pandanus spicatus, Pandanus spinifer, Pandanus spinistigmaticus, Pandanus spondiophyllus, Pandanus stellatus, Pandanus stelliger, Pandanus spiralis, Pandanus simplex, Pandanus singaporensis, Pandanus sinicola, Pandanus sphaerocephalus, Pandanus solms-laubachii, Pandanus solomonensis, Pandanus sparganioides, Pandanus spathulatus, Pandanus sibuyanensis, Pandanus pygmaeus, Pandanus pugnax, Pandanus pulcher, Pandanus punctulatus, Pandanus purpurascens, Pandanus pyramidalis, Pandanus quadrifidus, Pandanus pungens, Pandanus pristis, Pandanus prainii, Pandanus pseudolais, Pandanus prostratus,
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-285661: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.