pandanus
nounUK /pænˈdeɪnəs/
US /pænˈdeɪnəs/
A tropical tree with long spiky leaves that people use to weave mats and baskets.
The family sat on a mat woven from pandanus leaves.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The fragrant leaves of this tree, used in cooking and weaving.
She wrapped the rice in pandanus leaves before steaming it.
3. A genus of tropical trees and shrubs with prop roots and spiral leaf arrangement.
Botanists classify the tree under the genus Pandanus.
4. A woven product, such as a mat or basket, made from pandanus leaves.
The market sold colorful pandanus from local weavers.