Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
piricus
ID:
731764

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 101: 389 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731097



Common Names

  • Piricus Screwpine
  • Piricus Pandanus
  • Piricus Palm


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Description

Pandanus piricus (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 piricus 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 piricus 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 piricus is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in spring or early summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Pandanus piricus

Pandanus piricus is native to tropical Africa.

Pandanus piricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus piricus?

Pandanus piricus

What type of plant is Pandanus piricus?

Tree

Where is Pandanus piricus 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-286334: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.