Tahitian screwpine

Pandanus tectorius

Pandanus

Pandanaceae

Tropical Plants

Zone 10–12

🐾 Pet-Safe

Tahitian screwpine thrives in warm, humid coastal conditions with bright indirect to partial sun and regular watering during the growing season. Its striking spiral leaf rosettes and aerial prop roots make it a dramatic specimen for tropical gardens or large patios in frost-free climates. Keep it protected from cold snaps and ensure well-draining sandy or loamy soil to prevent root rot.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Fast

Mature Height

240″ – 480″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

120″

Flowers

mixed

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Allowing The Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Temperature

50° – 95°F

Mature Spread

up to 240″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Coarse

Propagation: Seed

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Andaman Is.

Bangladesh

Bismarck Archipelago

Caroline Is.

Chagos Archipelago

Cocos (Keeling) Is.

Cook Is.

Costa Rica

Fiji

Gilbert Is.

Hawaii

Jawa

Laccadive Is.

Lesser Sunda Is.

Line Is.

Maluku

Marianas

Marquesas

Marshall Is.

Mexico Central

Attracts

🐝 Birds

🐝 Bees

Safety & Use

⚕ Medicinal

🐾 Pet-safe

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — Taken May 6, 2022 by Gómez Ely (cc-by-sa)

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