Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
paloensis
ID:
731459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 1: 75 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730792



Common Names

  • Pandanus paloensis
  • Palo Screwpine
  • Palo Pandanus


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Description

Pandanus paloensis (also called Palau Screwpine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Pacific Islands. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus paloensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus paloensis has small, white flowers with yellow-green centers. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus paloensis is a tropical plant that grows best in warm, humid climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Pandanus paloensis

Pandanus paloensis is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Pandanus paloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus paloensis?

Pandanus paloensis

What is the common name of Pandanus paloensis?

Pandanus paloensis

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus paloensis?

Pandanus paloensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman 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,

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