Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
guildingii
ID:
182703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 96 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182032



Common Names

  • Guilding's Calliandra
  • Pink Powderpuff
  • Fairy Duster


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra decrescens Killip & J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Feuilleea guildingii Kuntze [valid]
  • Anneslia guildingii Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Calliandra guildingii (also called Gilding's calliandra, among many other common names) is a legume native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height and has pinnate leaves. The plant is found in dry, sandy soils in tropical and subtropical regions and is often used as a fodder crop.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra guildingii is used as a source of firewood, fodder, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Calliandra guildingii are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra guildingii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Calliandra guildingii

Calliandra guildingii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America.

Calliandra guildingii FAQ

What are the common names of Calliandra guildingii?

Guilding's Calliandra

What is the native range of Calliandra guildingii?

Tropical Africa

What type of soil does Calliandra guildingii prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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