Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
altissimus
ID:
727413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Solms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 42: 43 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726746



Common Names

  • Pandanus altissimus
  • Tall Screw Pine
  • Highland Screw Pine


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Synonyms

  • Barrotia altissima Brongn. [unknown]

Description

Pandanus altissimus (also called High 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 altissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus altissimus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus altissimus is an aquatic plant, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist, but not wet, and provide adequate light and humidity.

Where to Find Pandanus altissimus

Pandanus altissimus is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Pandanus altissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus altissimus?

Pandanus altissimus

What is the common name of Pandanus altissimus?

Tall Screw Pine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus altissimus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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,

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