Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
biceps
ID:
728629

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.C.Stone & Guillaumet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 10: 129 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727962



Common Names

  • Biceps Pandanus
  • Biceps Screwpine
  • Biceps Pandan


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Description

Pandanus biceps (also called Biceps Screwpine, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is found in wet, sandy soils and can reach up to 5 m in height. It has long, spiky leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus biceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds, inflammation, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pandanus biceps are small and white, with five petals and many stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus biceps is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by cuttings, take a stem cutting and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pandanus biceps

Pandanus biceps can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Pandanus biceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus biceps?

Pandanus biceps

What is the common name of Pandanus biceps?

Biceps Screwpine

What type of plant is Pandanus biceps?

Evergreen shrub

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-285851: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Jean L. Guillaumet (1934-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumet' in the authors string.