Topic: pandan leaf

[meg_gordon]

Has anyone ever grown Pandan leaf (sometimes called rampe) - one of the main ingredients in Sri Lankan curries.  If so, where did you get the seeds?

Meg

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 Not yet    :-\

Seems that pandanus amaryllifolius is more or less sterile and propagated from offshoots or cuttings.

Ebay item No. 380181902689     

[meg_gordon]

 Not yet    :-\

Seems that pandanus amaryllifolius is more or less sterile and propagated from offshoots or cuttings.

Ebay item No. 380181902689     

Might have problems bringing in through customs - will need to check that out and whether the west of scotland will be a suitable environment to grow it in.  Thanks for coming back to me.

[Old Central]

Pandan. Now that brings back memories of the guy carrying his kit on his back then stopping in the street outside the house in Jakarta. He would then steam bright green little cakes to sell as snacks.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pandan_cake

OC

[Arumlily]

I don't know about seeds. I believe you grow them from suckers. For years I've been yearning for this plant. As I wasn't able to grow it, I had to purchase the leaves from the chinese supermarket. If you know where to get this plant in Uk, do get in touch with me please.