Description
Pandanus aridus (also called Desert Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia and New Zealand. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are linear and lanceolate.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus aridus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandanus aridus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and place the cuttings in a warm, sunny location.