a close up view of a green plant

The screw pine, also known as the pandanus fruit, is a tropical fruit found in Southeast Asia, India, and parts of Australia and Africa. It has a hard, spiky exterior with a sweet, aromatic flesh inside. The fruit is often used in traditional dishes, desserts, and drinks, and is also believed to have medicinal properties. The screw pine plant is also valued for its leaves, which are used for weaving baskets, mats, and hats.