Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
goldmanii
ID:
196243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose ex Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(3): 35 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195572



Common Names

  • Goldman's Powderpuff
  • Calliandra Goldmanii
  • Goldman's Calliandra


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Description

Calliandra goldmanii (also called Goldman's Calliandra, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub with a rounded shape and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. It has small, pinkish-white flowers that bloom in the summer months. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra goldmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra goldmanii has bright pink flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves with a light green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra goldmanii is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Calliandra goldmanii

Calliandra goldmanii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Calliandra goldmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra goldmanii?

Calliandra goldmanii

What is the common name of Calliandra goldmanii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra goldmanii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America

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

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.