Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolius
ID:
723051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 16: 22 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722384



Common Names

  • Pandanus Tenuifolius
  • Slender-Leaved Screwpine
  • Slender-Leaved Pandanus


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Description

Pandanus tenuifolius (also called Slender Pandanus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pandanus tenuifolius is used in traditional medicine to treat skin infections, fever, and stomach ache. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandanus tenuifolius is a small, yellow, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandanus tenuifolius is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pandanus tenuifolius

Pandanus tenuifolius can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Pandanus tenuifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandanus tenuifolius?

Pandanus tenuifolius

What is the common name of Pandanus tenuifolius?

Slender Screwpine

What type of plant is Pandanus tenuifolius?

Herbaceous perennial

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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