Pocket BotanistGuide botanique
Screw pine.
Pandanus tectorius
Prononciation pan-DAY-nus tek-TOR-ee-us
The screw pine is a striking tropical plant known for its unique, spiral leaf arrangement and prop roots. It thrives in coastal areas and makes a bold statement in warm climates. You will love how its architectural form adds a touch of the islands to your space.
En un coup d'œil
- Niveau d'entretien
- Moyenne
- Type de plante
- Tropical evergreen tree
- Lumière
- Full sun to partial shade
- Lumière en intérieur
- Lumière vive indirecte
- Arrosage
- Tous les 5 à 10 jours
- Taille adulte
- 20 feet
- Croissance
- Moyenne
Entretien
Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy to mimic its native tropical environment. Watch for yellowing leaves, which often signal that the plant is getting too much water or lacks proper drainage. Ensure it has plenty of space to accommodate its wide, spreading habit as it grows.
- Arrosage
- Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
- Engrais
- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.
- Taille
- Trim away dead or damaged lower leaves to maintain a tidy appearance.
- Rempotage
- Repot only when the plant becomes root bound or outgrows its container.
- Sol
- Well draining sandy or loamy soil
- pH du sol
- 6.0 to 7.5
Sécurité
- Animaux
- This plant is generally considered non toxic to cats and dogs.
Comment l'identifier
- Long, sword shaped leaves
- Leaves arranged in spirals
- Prominent aerial prop roots
- Large, pineapple like fruit clusters
Science
- Famille
- Pandanaceae
- Genre
- Pandanus
- Ordre
- Pandanales
- Classe
- Liliopsida
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
Ta plante a mauvaise mine ?
Cette page est un guide général. Pocket Botanist diagnostique les problèmes directement à partir d'une photo de ta plante, adapte l'arrosage à sa luminosité et te prévient quand il faut t'en occuper.
Ce guide a été généré par IA et vérifié avec la taxonomie du GBIF. Il s'agit d'informations générales, et non de conseils horticoles ou vétérinaires. Découvre comment nous concevons ces guides.