Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
kedahensis
ID:
731288

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 17: 41 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730621



Common Names

  • Pandanus kedahensis
  • Kedahen Screwpine
  • Kedahen Pandanus


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Description

Pandanus kedahensis (also called Kedah Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is native to the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. It is found in coastal areas, such as beaches, mangroves, and estuaries.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus kedahensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright, showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus kedahensis has small white flowers with a yellow center. The flowers are followed by a small, round, yellow-orange fruit that contains a single seed. The seedlings of this plant are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus kedahensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 18-21°C (65-70°F).

Where to Find Pandanus kedahensis

Pandanus kedahensis is found in the tropical forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.

Pandanus kedahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus kedahensis?

Pandanus kedahensis

What is the family of Pandanus kedahensis?

Pandanaceae

What is the common name of Pandanus kedahensis?

Kedahensis screwpine

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-286268: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.