Tahitian screwpine

Tahitian screwpine

Pandanus tectorius

Pandanus
Pandanaceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 1012
🐾 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)

Hardiness Zones
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