Description
Pandanus albifrons (also called screwpine, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery, dark green leaves and produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. It is typically found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus albifrons is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It can be used to add greenery to any room and can also be used as a hanging plant. It is also known to be a great air purifier, removing toxins from the air.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandanus albifrons is an evergreen, perennial climber that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It is best to take cuttings from the tips of the stems and plant them in a well-draining soil mix. Layering is done by bending a stem to the ground and burying it in the soil. The stem will then take root and can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.
Where to Find Pandanus albifrons
Pandanus albifrons is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.