Pandan Spice Plant – Live Amaryllifolius Pandanus – 2.5″ Pot – Indoor/Outdoor Herb

Bring the Fragrance of Asia Home with a Pandan Spice Plant

The Pandan Spice Plant (Amaryllifolius pandanus) is a must-have for any culinary enthusiast. This fragrant herb, widely used in Southeast Asian cooking, will infuse your dishes with its unique, nutty, and botanical aroma. Imagine enhancing your rice dishes, cakes, and beverages with the authentic flavor of pandan leaves, fresh from your own garden or windowsill.

This live plant arrives in a 2.5″ pot, ready to thrive indoors or outdoors (zones 8-11). Easy to grow and maintain, the Pandan Spice Plant prefers a sunny location and consistently moist soil. Its blade-like leaves add a touch of greenery to your home while providing a readily available source of fresh pandan for all your cooking needs.

The Amaryllifolius pandanus, also known as pandan wangi, bai tooey, or lá dứa in different Asian cultures, is more than just a flavoring agent. It’s a connection to the rich culinary heritage of Southeast Asia. Whether you’re making pandan chicken, buko pandan salad, or simply steeping the leaves in coconut milk, this versatile herb will elevate your dishes to a new level of deliciousness.

Benefits of growing your own Pandan Spice Plant:

• Fresh, readily available pandan leaves for cooking
• Unique, fragrant aroma that enhances dishes
• Easy to grow indoors or outdoors
• Beautiful, green foliage adds a touch of Asia to your home
• A connection to Southeast Asian culinary traditions

The Pandan plant is propagated by cuttings, it is an upright, green plant with fan-shaped sprays of long, narrow, blade-like leaves and woody aerial roots.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pandan Spice Plants

1. How big will my Pandan Spice Plant get?

While it depends on growing conditions, your Pandan plant can reach several feet in height over time. Regular pruning can help manage its size to fit your space.

2. What kind of sunlight does a Pandan plant need?

Pandan plants thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. A window with some sun exposure is ideal, but avoid direct, intense sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

3. How often should I water my Pandan Spice Plant?

Keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Check the soil moisture regularly and water when the top inch feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

4. Can I grow Pandan Spice Plant outdoors?

Yes, Pandan plants can be grown outdoors in zones 8-11. In cooler regions, you can move them outdoors during the summer months and bring them back inside before the first frost.

5. How can I use Pandan leaves in cooking?

Pandan leaves are incredibly versatile! You can tie them in a knot and add them to rice while cooking, steep them in coconut milk, wrap chicken in them before frying (Pandan chicken), or use pandan extract for desserts. Experiment and discover your favorite ways to use this fragrant herb!