Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Rev. Gen. Pandanus 61: 62 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723400
Common Names
- Pandanus noumeaensis
- Noumea Pandanus
- Pandanus Noumeaensis
Description
Pandanus noumeaensis (also called Noumea pandanus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a dense crown of long, narrow, spirally arranged leaves. It is native to the coastal regions of New Caledonia and Vanuatu. It typically grows in sandy soils and is found in coastal areas, mangroves, and other areas near the sea.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus noumeaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food for livestock, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pandanus noumeaensis has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two to three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandanus noumeaensis is a species of plant native to New Caledonia. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Pandanus noumeaensis
Pandanus noumeaensis is native to New Caledonia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Pandanus noumeaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandanus noumeaensis?
Pandanus noumeaensis
What is the common name of Pandanus noumeaensis?
Noumea Pandanus
Where is Pandanus noumeaensis found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of New Caledonia
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,