Pandanus penicillus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
penicillus
ID:
731868
Status:
valid
Authors:
Martelli
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1904: 300 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731201
Common Names
- Pandanus
- Screw Pine
- Keora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pandanus penicillus (also called Needle-leaved Screwpine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in coastal areas, mangroves, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Pandanus penicillus is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant leaves, and as a source of food for birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pandanus penicillus has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves. The seeds are small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pandanus penicillus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.
Where to Find Pandanus penicillus
Pandanus penicillus can be found in tropical rainforests in East Africa, including in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.
Pandanus penicillus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandanus penicillus?
Pandanus penicillus
What is the common name of Pandanus penicillus?
Penicillate Screw Pine
What is the natural habitat of Pandanus penicillus?
It is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
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-286347: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.