Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
conicus
ID:
732519

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 14: 234 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731852



Common Names

  • Pandanus conicus
  • Conicus Screwpine
  • Conicus Pandanus


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Synonyms

  • Pandanus sphaericus H.St.John [unknown]
  • Pandanus cochleatus H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Pandanus conicus (also called Cone-shaped Screw-pine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus conicus is a species of plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make a herbal tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus conicus has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus conicus is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is widely cultivated in the tropics. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, light soil mix.

Where to Find Pandanus conicus

Pandanus conicus can be found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Pandanus conicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus conicus?

Pandanus conicus

What are the common names of Pandanus conicus?

Cone-shaped Pandanus

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus conicus?

Tropical rainforests

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-286603: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.