Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
sphaeroideus
ID:
721851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thouars

Source:
wcs

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris 1(11): 5 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721184



Common Names

  • Pandanus Sphaeroideus
  • Globose Screwpine
  • Globose Pandanus


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Synonyms

  • Pandanus globuliferus Thouars [unknown]

Description

Pandanus sphaeroideus (also called Round-leaved Screwpine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with fragrant, yellow-green flowers. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in moist, tropical habitats such as rainforests and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus sphaeroideus is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a food flavoring and as a dye for fabrics and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pandanus sphaeroideus has small, creamy white flowers that are arranged in clusters on the ends of branches. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus sphaeroideus is a tropical plant native to the Pacific Islands. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Pandanus sphaeroideus

Pandanus sphaeroideus is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Pandanus sphaeroideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus sphaeroideus?

Pandanus sphaeroideus

What are the common names of Pandanus sphaeroideus?

Spherical pandanus

What is the distribution of Pandanus sphaeroideus?

Australia

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,