Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crassipes
ID:
165640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 555 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164969



Common Names

  • Powderpuff
  • Pink Powderpuff
  • Fairy Duster


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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea crassipes (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Calliandra crassipes (also called Thick-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 crassipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra crassipes is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra crassipes is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It has a spreading habit and produces small, pink, feathery flowers. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Calliandra crassipes

Calliandra crassipes is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in moist, lowland forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Calliandra crassipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra crassipes?

Calliandra crassipes

What is the common name of Calliandra crassipes?

Thick-footed Calliandra

What is the growth habit of Calliandra crassipes?

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