Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
oblongicapitellatus
ID:
726511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huynh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. Helv. 98: 177 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725844



Common Names

  • Pandanus oblongicapitellatus
  • Oblong-headed Screwpine
  • Oblong-headed Pandanus
  • Screwpine


Searching for Pandanus oblongicapitellatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus (also called Oblong-Headed Pandanus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions. It has small, yellow flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It grows best in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Pandanus oblongicapitellatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pandanus oblongicapitellatus

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus FAQ

What are the common names of Pandanus oblongicapitellatus?

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is commonly known as the Oblong-headed Pandanus.

What is the native range of Pandanus oblongicapitellatus?

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is native to West Africa.

What is the habitat of Pandanus oblongicapitellatus?

Pandanus oblongicapitellatus is found in moist, lowland forests and swamps.

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-285496: Based on the initial data import
Kim-Lang Huynh (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huynh' in the authors string.