Pandanus houlletii Carrière
| Etymology | Genus | Pandan, the Malayan word for the plant |
|---|---|---|
| Species | After M. Houllet, the head gardener at the Jardin des Plantes, Paris | |
| Family | Pandanaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Pandan Hutan, Mengkuang Hutan | |
| Status | Native: Critically Endangered | |
| Form | Tree, Shrub or Herb | |
| Native Distribution | Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore | |
Diagnostics:
Pandanus houlletii is a tree or herb that grows up to 2.4m. The leaf has a pronounced drip tip. The young leaves have a distinct copper colour.
A herbacaeous form at Lornie Trail (2025).
A shrub of about 2.5m.
Copper-coloured young leaves.
Leaf tip, with spines at margins and mid-rib.
Stem.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-09-21
Posted: 2025-09-21
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