Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Pandanaceae

Genus:

Pandanus

Species:

Pandanus utilis

USDA Symbol:

PAUT

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

1800 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal regions; tolerates saline conditions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–180 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate slowly and erratically; soaking in water for 24-48 hours may improve germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI