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Screwpine

About Screwpine

Screwpine is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in moderate sunlight 🌤 and should be less than 6 feet from a window.

Screwpine belongs to the Pandanus genus, and is native to Australia, Madagascar, Southeast Asia, and the Southwest Pacific.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pandanus odorifer

Genus

Pandanus

Family

Pandanaceae

Order

Pandanales

Also known as

Thatch screwpine, Tahitian screwpine, Hala tree, Pandanus, Pu hala and Hala fruit

How to care for Screwpine

💦 Water

How often to water your Screwpine

Screwpine needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Screwpine in your home

Screwpine can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Screwpine in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Screwpine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Screwpine: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Screwpine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Screwpine is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Screwpine →

Common Screwpine Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Screwpine prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Screwpine Water Frequency →

Screwpine Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Screwpine can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Screwpine Light Requirements →

Screwpine Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Screwpine will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Screwpine →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Screwpine can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Screwpine Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.