Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
quinarius
ID:
724430

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Rev. Gen. Pandanus 60: 23 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723763



Common Names

  • Quinarian Screw Pine
  • Quinarian Pandanus
  • Quinarian Pandan


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Description

Pandanus quinarius (also called Five-Finger Pandanus, among many other common names) is a shrub-like plant with long, thin, bright green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus quinarius is used for making baskets, mats, and other handicrafts. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin infections, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus quinarius is a white-pinkish colour with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus quinarius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C and is best grown in containers or in shallow water in a pond or bog garden.

Where to Find Pandanus quinarius

Pandanus quinarius is a species of plant in the Pandanaceae family, found in New Caledonia.

Pandanus quinarius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus quinarius?

Pandanus quinarius

What are the common names of Pandanus quinarius?

Screwpine, Pandan, Pandanus, Kewra

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus quinarius?

Tropical and subtropical climates

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-285159: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.