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Common screwpine (Pandanus utilis)

Common screwpine (Pandanus utilis) is a striking tropical plant with spirally arranged, sword-like leaves. It produces aerial roots and can grow into a large shrub or sma

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Sunlight

Bright indirect light

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Average to warm

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect light

Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct sun, but may scorch in intense afternoon sun.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Average to warm

Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

3-15 m

Spread

2-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Monocot

Flower Size

15-25 cm (inflorescence)

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Hasskarlia globosa (Hassk.) Walp.
Marquartia globosa Hassk.
Pandanus distichus Anon.
Pandanus elegantissimus J.Veitch f.
Pandanus flabelliformis Carrière
Pandanus maritimus Thouars
Pandanus mauritianus Lem.
Pandanus nudus Thouars
Vinsonia stephanocarpa Gaudich.
Vinsonia utilis Gaudich.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPandanales
  • familyPandanaceae
  • genusPandanus
  • speciesPandanus utilis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

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