Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
brongniartii
ID:
724545

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Rev. Gen. Pandanus 61: 19 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723878



Common Names

  • Brongniartii Screw Pine
  • Brongniartii Pandanus
  • Brongniartii Pandan


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Description

Pandanus brongniartii (also called Brongniart's pandanus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the tropical rainforest of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It has a single trunk with a rough, brown bark and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the region and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus brongniartii is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus brongniartii is a small, white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus brongniartii is a shrub that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pandanus brongniartii

Pandanus brongniartii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats region of the country.

Pandanus brongniartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus brongniartii?

Pandanus brongniartii

What is the common name of Pandanus brongniartii?

Brongniart's Pandanus

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus brongniartii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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-285175: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.