Pandanus palm (Pandanus tectorius). The pandanus,also known as the screwpine,can grow to 8 metres tall. Its long pointed leaves can reach up to 2 metres in length. It is an economically important plant,its leaves are woven or plaited into mats,sails and thatch. The palms roots are eaten and used as medicine,and its fruit is a major source of food to communities on atolls | |
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