Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
hystrix
ID:
731048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1904: 300 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730381



Common Names

  • Hystrix Pandanus
  • Hystrix Screwpine
  • Hystrix Pandan


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Description

Pandanus hystrix (also called Spiked Screwpine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. It is found in moist forests, grassy slopes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus hystrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for topiary. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus hystrix is yellow-green, and the seed is a small, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus hystrix is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant will spread by underground rhizomes and can become invasive in some areas.

Where to Find Pandanus hystrix

Pandanus hystrix can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

Pandanus hystrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus hystrix?

Pandanus hystrix

What is the common name of Pandanus hystrix?

Spiny Screw Pine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus hystrix?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

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-286235: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.