Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
prainii
ID:
722142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1904: 301 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721475



Common Names

  • Prain's Pandanus
  • Prain's Screw-Pine
  • Prainii


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Description

Pandanus prainii (also called Prain's Screwpine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has spirally arranged leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus prainii is used for making baskets, mats, and other handicrafts. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pandanus prainii are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus prainii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Pandanus prainii

Pandanus prainii is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is commonly found in India, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Pandanus prainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus prainii?

Pandanus prainii

What is the common name of Pandanus prainii?

Prain's Pandanus

What type of plant is Pandanus prainii?

Pandanus prainii is a tree

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-284831: Based on the initial data import
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.