Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
721955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab. 29: 6 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721288



Common Names

  • Simplex Pandanus
  • Simple Pandanus
  • Screw Pine


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Description

Pandanus simplex (also called Simple Pandanus, among many other common names) is a tropical plant native to the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, and Australia. It grows in coastal areas, and is often found in mangrove forests. It is a shrub or small tree with a single stem and long, narrow leaves that grow in a spiral pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus simplex is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and as a traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus simplex is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus simplex is a tropical, evergreen plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pandanus simplex

Pandanus simplex is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Pandanus simplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus simplex?

Pandanus simplex

What is the common name of Pandanus simplex?

Simple Pandanus

What type of plant is Pandanus simplex?

Pandanus simplex 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,

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