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Pandanus veitchii

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Pandanus veitchii is an ornamental species of screw pine, a type of tree or shrub belonging to the genus Pandanus. These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World, particularly in Asia, Africa, and Oceania.12

Screw pines are characterized by slender, palm-like stems and distinctive sword-like leaves arranged in a spiral pattern, giving them their common name. Pandanus veitchii is noted for its glossy, dark green leaves with attractive silvery-white borders. While many Pandanus species have practical uses for their leaves and roots in crafts and construction, or edible fruits, P. veitchii is primarily cultivated for its ornamental value.12

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  1. Pandanales
  2. pandanus
  3. Norfolk Island pine

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