Pandan

Pandan Plant (Pandanus amaryllifolius)

Common Names: Pandan, Screwpine, Asian Vanilla

Pandan is a must-have tropical plant, prized for its fragrant leaves used in Southeast Asian cuisine. Its vanilla-like aroma makes it perfect for flavouring rice, desserts, and teas. A hardy, low-maintenance plant, it thrives in Perth’s warm climate and can be grown in pots or garden beds.

Features:

Ideal prune height range: 1–2 m

pH growing conditions: 5.5 to 7.5

Shade or full sun: Prefers part shade in Perth Metro

Minimum pot year 5: 30L pot

Time to harvest: harvest leaves year-round

Pandan is an easy-to-grow only once established, clumping plant with long, narrow leaves that can be used fresh or dried. It prefers rich, moist soil and regular watering. In cooler months, it benefits from protection against cold winds and frost. Pandan grows well in large pots, making it perfect for patios or balconies. Do not Overwater especially in winter.

Interesting Notes:

Pandan leaves are widely used in cooking, adding a unique flavour to rice, cakes, and drinks. In traditional medicine, they are believed to aid digestion and reduce inflammation. The plant also repels pests, making it a great companion plant in tropical gardens.

Sales & Availability:

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

Here’s how to keep Pandan alive in Perth.

1. Shade it. Too much sun burns leaves. Keep it in bright shade.

2. Keep it warm. Move it inside or to a greenhouse in winter. Below 10°C, it struggles.

3. Water wisely. Moist, not soggy. If leaves yellow, too wet. If crispy, too dry.

4. Boost humidity. Mist daily or place a water tray nearby.

5. Feed it. Liquid fertiliser every two weeks in warm months.

6. Right soil. Use rich, well-draining mix with compost.

7. Big pot. A 30L+ pot helps control moisture and cold exposure.

8. Watch pests. Spider mites and mealybugs love it. Neem oil works.

9. Trim dead leaves. Encourages new growth.

10. Propagate backups. Root a cutting in water just in case.

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