Horne’s Pandanus

Martellidendron hornei (Balf.f.) Callm. & Chassot

Martellidendron hornei is a species of plant in the family Pandanaceae, endemic to the Seychelles. It is one of several Pandanaceae species found in this region.

Description

Martellidendron hornei (Balf.f.) Callm. & Chassot is a member of the Pandanaceae family and is native to the Seychelles. It was formally described in 2003. This species is part of the genus Martellidendron and is commonly known as Horne’s Pandanus. Its distribution is limited to the Seychelles, where it contributes to the local biodiversity of the Pandanaceae family.