Pandanus iwen
Family: Pandanaceae
What it is like
It is similar to karuka (Pandanus juilianettii). It has long prop roots. The leaves have a single spiny midrib. The fruit is oval shaped with small shells.
There are about 600 Pandanus species. They grow in the tropics.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, SE Asia, West Papua
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Nuts, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Iwen