Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
palawensis
ID:
731632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 48: 124 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730965



Common Names

  • Pandanus Palawensis
  • Palawensis Pandanus
  • Pandanus Palawens


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Description

Pandanus palawensis (also called Palawan Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It typically grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus palawensis is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a privacy screen. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus palawensis is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are thin and tall with a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus palawensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Pandanaceae. It is native to the Philippines and is found in Palawan and the Sulu Archipelago. It is a shrub or small tree with long, narrow leaves. The flowers are white and are borne in clusters. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Pandanus palawensis

Pandanus palawensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Pandanus palawensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus palawensis?

Pandanus palawensis

What is the common name of Pandanus palawensis?

Palawan Screwpine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus palawensis?

Moist forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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-286316: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.