Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
farakoensis
ID:
724941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huynh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Neuchâteloise Sci. Nat. 119: 32 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724274



Common Names

  • Pandanus farakoensis
  • Farako Pandanus
  • Farakoensis Pandanus


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Description

Pandanus farakoensis (also called 'Pandan', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the islands of Southeast Asia and is found in coastal and lowland forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus farakoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus farakoensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus farakoensis is a terrestrial shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Pandanus farakoensis

Pandanus farakoensis is native to West Africa.

Pandanus farakoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus farakoensis?

Pandanus farakoensis

What is the common name of Pandanus farakoensis?

Farako's Pandanus

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus farakoensis?

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-285243: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.