Pandanus tectorius (Screw Pine) - Image 15

Botanical names: Pandanus tectorius, Pandanus spiralis

Common names: Screw Pine, Screw Palm

Family: Pandanaceae

Origin: Western Pacific

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsThorny or spinyPalm or palm-like plantFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Pandanus tectorius green fruit hanging from long slender sword-like leaves on branches
Pandanus tectorius growing round green fruit among its sharp pointed foliage leaves


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