Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
tectorius
ID:
726093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Parkinson ex Du Roi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1774

Citation Micro:
Naturforscher (Halle) 4: 250 (1774)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725426



Common Names

  • Pandanus Tectorius
  • Screw Palm
  • Tectorius Screw Palm


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Description

Pandanus tectorius (also called Screw Pine, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen plant that grows in the form of a shrub. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus tectorius is used for making baskets, mats, and hats. It is also used to make rope, paper, and other items. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pandanus tectorius are small and yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus tectorius is a tropical plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept warm and humid until they root.

Where to Find Pandanus tectorius

Pandanus tectorius can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Pandanus tectorius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus tectorius?

Pandanus tectorius

What is the common name of Pandanus tectorius?

Screw Pine

What is the natural habitat of Pandanus tectorius?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parkinson' in the authors string.
Johann Philipp Du Roi (1741-1785): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Roi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:895770-1: Based on the initial data import