Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 21: 282 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730751
Common Names
- McKee's Pandanus
- Pandanus Mc-Keei
- McKee Pandan
Description
Pandanus mc-keei (also called McKee's Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus mc-keei is an ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or border plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in containers and hanging baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pandanus mc-keei is a small, yellow-green flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, spiky plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandanus mc-keei is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Pandanus mc-keei
Pandanus mc-keei can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.
Pandanus mc-keei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandanus mc-keei?
Pandanus mc-keei
What is the natural habitat of Pandanus mc-keei?
Tropical rainforests of Malaysia
What type of soil is best for Pandanus mc-keei?
Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
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,