Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
balenii
ID:
728857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Webbia 2: 432 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728190



Common Names

  • Pandanus balenii
  • Screwpine
  • Pandan


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Description

Pandanus balenii (also called Balen's Pandanus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Pacific Islands. It typically grows to a height of 1.5 to 3 m and has fragrant, yellow flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus balenii is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and to reduce inflammation. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus balenii has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus balenii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is frost-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning and deadheading are recommended to encourage new growth and flowering.

Where to Find Pandanus balenii

Pandanus balenii can be found in the tropical regions of northern Australia.

Pandanus balenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus balenii?

Pandanus balenii

What family does Pandanus balenii belong to?

Pandanaceae

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus balenii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-285880: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.