Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
enervis
ID:
165646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.9: 437 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164975



Common Names

  • Enervis Calliandra
  • Enervis Powderpuff
  • Enervis Fairy Duster


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Synonyms

  • Anneslia enervis Britton [valid]
  • Calliandra bullata Urb. [valid]
  • Anneslia bullata Britton [unknown]
  • Anneslia bullata (Urb.) Britton [valid]

Description

Calliandra enervis (also called Weak 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 enervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Calliandra enervis are pink and the seeds are small and round. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra enervis 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 enervis

Calliandra enervis is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Calliandra enervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra enervis?

Calliandra enervis

What is the common name of Calliandra enervis?

Red Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra enervis?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.