Status:
valid
Authors:
Callm. & Laivao
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bot. Helv. 12: 51 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722229
Common Names
- Kimlang's Screw-pine
- Kimlang's Pandanus
- Kimlang's Pandan
Description
Pandanus kimlangii (also called Kimlang Pandanus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with an upright habit, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, typically in open forest and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus kimlangii is used in traditional medicine to treat skin infections, fever, and stomach ache. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pandanus kimlangii has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandanus kimlangii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Pandanus kimlangii
Pandanus kimlangii is native to Australia and can be found in open forests and woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Pandanus kimlangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandanus kimlangii?
Pandanus kimlangii
What is the common name of Pandanus kimlangii?
Kimlang Screwpine
What type of plant is Pandanus kimlangii?
Tropical evergreen tree
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
Michel O. Laivao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laivao' in the authors string.