Discover the Aromatic Beauty of Pandanus odoratissimum: The Ultimate Hala Screw Pine Walking Tree Plant

Description

Common name:

Screw Pine, Pandanus Species, Hala Screw Pine Walking Tree

Regional name:

Marathi - Kewda

Category:

Trees, Shrubs, Spice plants & edible Herbs

Family:

Pandanaceae or Kewda family

Light:

Sun growing, Semi shade

Water:

Normal, Can tolerate more

Primarily grown for:

Foliage

Flowering season:

Flowers are inconspicuous

Flower or Inflorescence color:

Cream, Off white, Light Yellow

Foliage color:

Green, Blue Grey or Silver

Plant Height or length:

6 to 8 meters

Plant Spread or Width:

4 to 6 meters

Plant Form:

Spreading, Upright or Erect

Special Character:

• Indigenous (native to India)
• Fragrant flowers or leaves
• Auspicious or Feng Shui plant
• Good on seaside
• Grows best in humid and warm regions

Plant Description:

This is a plant found growing wild in coastal regions. It develops a very pretty twisted crown of leaves. The flowers are very fragrant. The fruits are starchy and edible. Plants grow to over 5 m and are suitable for landscaping.
- Scent from its flowers was traditionally used to flavour Indian dishes.

Growing tips:

- Plants naturally grow along the sea shore and streams.
- Plants of this variety are quite spiny and care ful consideration is to be given before choosing their location.
- They are hardy and easy to grow.
- Will grow anywhere as long as they get adequate water.