Pandan leaves botanically called as Pandanus amaryllifolius. Leaves of Pandanus amaryllifolius are widely used to flavor ordinary rice with the characteristic Basmati aroma. 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline is said to be the compound which gives this characteristic aroma. Besides its flavoring property, it also possesses therapeutic utilities and is used to treat Rheumatism and Diabetes.
Pandan Leaves imparts Basmati aroma to food. Botanically Pandan leaves is called as Pandanus amaryllifolius. Its leaves has compound which is responsible for the Basmati aroma.