Freycinetia solomonensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
solomonensis
ID:
768259
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.C.Stone
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 76: 5 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767592
Common Names
- Solomonensis Screw Pine
- Solomonensis Screwpalm
- Solomonensis Pandanus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Freycinetia solomonensis (also called Solomon Islands Pandanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pandanaceae family. It is a climbing shrub with long, thin, pointed leaves. It is native to tropical rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Freycinetia solomonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional handicrafts such as baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Freycinetia solomonensis has white flowers with a yellow center and red bracts. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Freycinetia solomonensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but it may need more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few months.
Where to Find Freycinetia solomonensis
Freycinetia solomonensis is native to the Solomon Islands and can be found in the tropical forests of the islands.
Freycinetia solomonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Freycinetia solomonensis?
Freycinetia solomonensis
What are the common names of Freycinetia solomonensis?
Climbing Pandanus, Pandanus solomonensis
What is the native range of Freycinetia solomonensis?
Solomon Islands
Species in the Freycinetia genus
Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,
Species in the Pandanaceae family
Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-306428: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.