Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
bipollicaris
ID:
728706

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 17: 477 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728039



Common Names

  • Bipollicaris Pandanus
  • Pandanus Bipollicaris
  • Bipollicaris Pandanus


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Description

Pandanus bipollicaris (also called 'Two-headed pandanus', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Pacific Islands and is found in tropical forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus bipollicaris has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive problems, and anxiety. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus bipollicaris is white, with five petals and many stamens. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus bipollicaris is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Pandanus bipollicaris

Pandanus bipollicaris can be found in the Philippines.

Pandanus bipollicaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus bipollicaris?

Pandanus bipollicaris

What is the common name of Pandanus bipollicaris?

Two-spiked screwpine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus bipollicaris?

It is found in the tropical forests of the Philippines

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-285861: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.