Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
longecuspidatus
ID:
730734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pic.Serm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 3: 107 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730067



Common Names

  • Long-cuspidate Pandanus
  • Long-cuspidate Screw Pine
  • Long-cuspidate Pandan


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Description

Pandanus longecuspidatus (also called Long-spined Screw Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow, leathery leaves and a large, woody cone-like fruit. It is native to Southeast Asia and is typically found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus longecuspidatus is used as a source of food, medicine, and fiber. The leaves are used to make baskets, mats, and hats, and the fruits are edible. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus longecuspidatus has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, black, shiny berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus longecuspidatus is a tropical plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.

Where to Find Pandanus longecuspidatus

Pandanus longecuspidatus is native to Madagascar.

Pandanus longecuspidatus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus longecuspidatus?

Pandanus longecuspidatus is native to Southeast Asia.

What kind of soil does Pandanus longecuspidatus prefer?

Pandanus longecuspidatus prefers moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the average height of Pandanus longecuspidatus?

Pandanus longecuspidatus typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

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,