Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
obovatus
ID:
732034

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 17: 482 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731367



Common Names

  • Oval Pandanus
  • Screw Pine
  • Pandanus Palm


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Description

Pandanus obovatus (also called obovate screwpine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in moist to wet forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus obovatus is used for making mats, baskets, and hats. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus obovatus has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. Its seedlings are small, green and have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus obovatus is a tropical plant that is grown in warm climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Pandanus obovatus

Pandanus obovatus can be found in Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga.

Pandanus obovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus obovatus?

Pandanus obovatus

What are the common names of Pandanus obovatus?

Ovate Screwpine, Ovate Screwpine Palm

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus obovatus?

Pandanus obovatus is found in moist, shady areas in the Pacific Islands

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-286413: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.