Status:
valid
Authors:
Micheli
Source:
ildis
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève28(7): 61 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164957
Common Names
- Short-stemmed Powderpuff
- Short-stemmed Fairy Duster
- Short-stemmed Calliandra
Synonyms
- Calliandra brevicaulis genuina Chodat & Hassl. [invalid]
- Calliandra brevicaulis genuina Hassl. [unknown]
Description
Calliandra brevicaulis (also called Short-stemmed 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 brevicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Calliandra brevicaulis var. glabra Chodat & Hassl.
Calliandra brevicaulis var. brevicaulis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calliandra brevicaulis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calliandra brevicaulis 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 brevicaulis
Calliandra brevicaulis 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 brevicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calliandra brevicaulis?
Calliandra brevicaulis
What is the common name of Calliandra brevicaulis?
Short-stemmed Calliandra
What is the growth habit of Calliandra brevicaulis?
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