Description
Pandanus amaryllifolius is a tropical plant in the Pandanus (screw pine) genus, which is commonly known as pandan. It has fragrant leaves which are used widely for flavoring in the cuisines of Southeast Asia and South Asia.
Pandanus is perennial evergreen tree with thin long leaves and emerging spirally from stubby branches. Branches have prominent leaf scars which encircle the stems.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pandanus amaryllifolius - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 16 inch (41 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
| Common Name | Pandan leaves, basamati fragrant plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 15 to 20 feet |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Water garden plants once a week when there is no appreciable rainfall, supplying 1 to 3 inches of water weekly or enough to keep the soil moist. Indoor plants need watering when the top 1 inch of soil begins to dry.
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
After care:
| Sunlight | |
| Watering | |
| Soil | |
| Temperature | 50 degrees F |
| Fertilizer |
Pandanus special feature
Pandanus is genus of tree but it looks like ornamental herbaceous plant at initial stage of growth.
Pandanus uses
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
- The leaves are used in the perfume industry and traditional medicine.