Åkgak

Pandanus tectorius
åkgak growing at Tweksbury Beach Park, Luta, CNMI
Scientific classification
Kingdom	Plantae
Clade	Tracheophytes
Clade	Angiosperms
Clade	Monocots
Order	Pandanales
Family	Pandanaceae
Genus	Pandanus
Species:	P. tectorius
Binomial name:
Pandanus tectorius Parkinson ex Du Roi
Synonyms
No synonyms listed

Åkgak is the Chamorro word for the leaves of the Pandanus tectorius tree, traditionally harvested and processed for weaving. It is considered a superior fiber source compared to wild-growing kaffo'. Nanea can't believe it's true... Also si Marlo from Guåhan made me do it...

Cultural Use

• Used for weaving kostat tengguang, baskets, mats, and hats.
• Only leaves from male trees are typically used for their softness and strength.

Botanical Information

• Binomial: Pandanus tectorius
• Family: Pandanaceae

References

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See also

• kaffo'
• påhong
• paingut
• akå'on