Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
alveatus
ID:
727416

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 30: 251 (1976 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726749



Common Names

  • Pandanus alveatus
  • Alveolate Screw Pine
  • Alveolate Pandanus


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Synonyms

  • Pandanus elongatus H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Pandanus alveatus (also called Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a shrub-like plant with a single stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Madagascar, the Mascarene Islands, and the Seychelles. It grows in coastal areas and in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus alveatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus alveatus 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 alveatus 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 alveatus

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

Pandanus alveatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus alveatus?

Pandanus alveatus

What is the common name of Pandanus alveatus?

Hollow Screw Pine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus alveatus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-285665: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.