Screw Pine Tree Seeds

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Photo and cultural info courtesy of Floridata.com

1A005 Screw Pine ( Pandanus utilis )
This exotic topical plant can grow up to 25'. It has many stubby branches, each topped by a rosette of 3' strap-shaped leaves. These saw toothed leaves resemble a pineapple plant and are used to make baskets and mats. Prop roots that reach down from the branches provide support and give the plant a unique appearance.

Location: Native to the island of Madagascar (Malagasy Republic). Used in frost free areas such as south Florida.
Light: Sun to light shade.
Moisture: Fast growth if given fertile soil and moist conditions. Will tolerate dry conditions.
Hardiness: USDA Zone 10. High salt tolerance -- does well near the beach.
Usage: Use as an exotic sculptural accent or in containers indoors and out. Young specimens make tough and easy to grow container plants.