Screw Pines

Screw Pines Care

Pandanus

What is the plant

With its long arching leaves, this tropical plant will energize your home or office. You won't forget about its existence – the beautiful leaves have rows of sharp spikes on the sides. Screw Pine plant is easy to care for, and each plant can live up to 15 years.

Screw Pine plants are native to Madagascar and Southern Asia. There are more than 600 different species, but Pandanus veitchii is a variegated plant. It has arching green-yellow leaves that can grow up to 3ft (90cm) long. The edges of the leaves have spikes, so put the plant in a place where it won't be brushed against.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

17°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 12

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water the plant moderately. Let the top layer of the soil dry out before the next watering, but never let it dry out completely. Water less in autumn and winter. The plant likes high humidity, so mist it regularly, especially if you live in a dry and hot climate.
Pruning
The plant generally does not need pruning. Remove dead and dying leaves when necessary.
Fertilizer
Fertilize with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every second week in spring, summer, and autumn. Do not fertilize in winter.

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Sunlight
The plant needs a lot of bright but indirect sunlight. If you wish, put the plant outside in summer, but ensure it's in a shady area during midday.
Soil
Regular potting soil will work well. Add horticultural sand to the mix to improve drainage.
Propagation
You can propagate the Screw Pine plant by offshoots. Cut the pups during the spring and replant them in a new pot. Place the offshoots in a warm and humid place. Covering the pot with a plastic bag is a good idea. Place the pot under indirect (but not direct!!) sunlight. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, and your pups will root soon!

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Temperature
Room temperatures are perfect for the plant. 65-80°F (18-27°C) year-round is ideal. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
Container
There are no specific container requirements. Ensure proper drainage, and repot the plant every spring. The new pot should be about 2 inches (5 cm) larger than the previous one.
Fun fact
Although it's called a Screw Pine plant, it's not a pine. Its leaves look a bit like pineapple – that's where the origins of the name lie.