Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
piniformis
ID:
731758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holttum & H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 16: 224 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731091



Common Names

  • Piniformis Screwpine
  • Piniformis Pandanus
  • Piniformis Palm


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Description

Pandanus piniformis (also called Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a species of tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows in coastal areas and in mangrove swamps, with its leaves arranged in a spiral pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus piniformis is used for its fragrant leaves, which are used as a flavoring in cooking and as an insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus piniformis is yellow with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus piniformis can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pandanus piniformis

Pandanus piniformis is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Pandanus piniformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus piniformis?

Pandanus piniformis

What type of plant is Pandanus piniformis?

Tree

Where is Pandanus piniformis native to?

Philippines

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-286333: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.