Pendanus Plant

The Pandanus Plant, also known as Screw Pine or Fragrant Pandan, is a highly valued ornamental and culinary plant. Popular across India for its strong aroma, long strap-like leaves, and easy growth, this plant is perfect for both gardening and kitchen use.

Pandanus leaves are widely used in cooking, natural fragrance, herbal preparations, and traditional remedies. The plant grows fast, requires very little maintenance, and thrives in both pots and open soil. With its tropical look and sweet leaf fragrance, the Pandanus Plant adds a refreshing aesthetic to balconies, terraces, kitchens, and home gardens.

This plant performs exceptionally well in India's warm climate, making it a favourite for households, resorts, organic farms, and landscape designers.

Key Features / Specifications

• 🌿 Botanical Name: Pandanus amaryllifolius

• 🌱 Type: Fragrant ornamental + culinary plant

• 🪴 Plant Size: Nursery-grown healthy plant

• ☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade

• 💧 Watering: Moderate; allow top soil to dry slightly

• 🌡️ Climate: Suitable for tropical & warm regions across India

• 🌱 Growth: Fast-growing clumping plant

• 🧪 Soil: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

• 🌸 Fragrance: Naturally sweet aromatic leaves

Usage / Applications

• Cooking & flavouring (rice, desserts, sweets)

• Natural air freshener for homes & wardrobes

• Herbal uses & traditional remedies

• Landscaping for gardens, pathways & borders

• Balcony, terrace & kitchen garden

• Ideal for gifting plant lovers

Customer FAQs

Q1. Is Pandanus a culinary plant?
Yes, its leaves are used in cooking for natural aroma and flavour.

Q2. Can it grow well in pots?
Absolutely. Pandanus grows very well in medium to large pots.

Q3. Does it need much sunlight?
It thrives in full sun but can grow in partial shade as well.

Q4. How often should I water it?
Water 2–3 times a week; avoid waterlogging.

Q5. Does the plant have fragrance?
Yes, the leaves have a natural, sweet aroma.