Pandanaceae belongs to the order Pandanales. It is also known as Screwpine family.
The Pandanaceae is a family of tropical flowering plants that includes trees, shrubs, and climbing plants. These monocotyledonous species are native to the Old World tropics, ranging from West Africa through Southeast Asia to the Pacific Islands. Members of the family typically have long, narrow leaves arranged in spirals, often with spiny edges, and many develop stilt-like prop roots for support. The plants are usually dioecious, with male and female flowers on separate individuals, and their fruits are often large and fibrous, resembling pineapples in appearance.
Pandanaceae species grow in diverse habitats, from coastal areas and mangroves to mountain forests. A notable commercial crop is pandan (Pandanus amaryllifolius), cultivated in Southeast Asia for its fragrant leaves, which are used to flavor rice, desserts, and beverages in regional cuisines.
Total genera found for Pandanaceae: 1
- 1) Pandanus
Total plants found for Pandanaceae: 1
- 1) Pandan