Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
megacarpus
ID:
731969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Webbia 4: 405 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731302



Common Names

  • Pandanus
  • Screw Pine
  • Keora


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Description

Pandanus megacarpus (also called Giant Screwpine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It grows in coastal areas, mangroves, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus megacarpus is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and malaria. It is also used as a food flavoring and in traditional weaving. The leaves of the plant are used to make baskets, mats, and hats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus megacarpus has small, white flowers with yellow-tipped petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus megacarpus is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pandanus megacarpus

Pandanus megacarpus is native to Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

Pandanus megacarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus megacarpus?

Pandanus megacarpus

What is the common name of Pandanus megacarpus?

Pandanus megacarpus

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus megacarpus?

Pandanus megacarpus is found in the tropical forests of 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-286389: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.