Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bombycina
ID:
165624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 538 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164953



Common Names

  • Silky Powderpuff
  • Silky Fairy Duster
  • Silky Calliandra


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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea bombycina (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Calliandra bombycina (also called Silky Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has bright green, feathery leaves and bright pink, fluffy flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra bombycina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra bombycina is a bright pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra bombycina is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calliandra bombycina

Calliandra bombycina is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in open areas such as pastures and roadsides.

Calliandra bombycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra bombycina?

Calliandra bombycina

What is the common name of Calliandra bombycina?

Silky Calliandra

What is the growth habit of Calliandra bombycina?

It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit

Species in the Calliandra genus

Calliandra paniculata, Calliandra aeschynomenoides, Calliandra angustifolia, Calliandra belizensis, Calliandra biflora, Calliandra bijuga, Calliandra blanchetii, Calliandra bombycina, Calliandra brenesii, Calliandra brevicaulis, Calliandra californica, Calliandra calycina, Calliandra carcerea, Calliandra chilensis, Calliandra crassipes, Calliandra depauperata, Calliandra dysantha, Calliandra enervis, Calliandra fasciculata, Calliandra foliolosa, Calliandra fuscipila, Calliandra glomerulata, Calliandra grandifolia, Calliandra hirsuticaulis, Calliandra hirtiflora, Calliandra juzepczukii, Calliandra laevis, Calliandra leptopoda, Calliandra longipinna, Calliandra luetzelburgii, Calliandra macrocalyx, Calliandra medellinensis, Calliandra molinae, Calliandra palmeri, Calliandra parvifolia, Calliandra peninsularis, Calliandra pilgeriana, Calliandra pittieri, Calliandra purdiei, Calliandra quetzal, Calliandra rhodocephala, Calliandra rigida, Calliandra rubescens, Calliandra seleri, Calliandra sessilis, Calliandra sincorana, Calliandra spinosa, Calliandra subspicata, Calliandra tolimensis, Calliandra trinervia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.