Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hymenaeodes
ID:
188245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pers.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30: 537. 1875

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187574



Common Names

  • Hymenaeodes Calliandra
  • Calliandra Hymenaeodes
  • Hymenaeodes Powderpuff


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra hymeneaeoides (Pers.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Inga hymenaeodes (Pers.) Desv. [unknown]
  • Mimosa hymenaeodes Pers. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea hymenaeodes (Pers.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mimosa hymenaeodes Rich. ex Pers. [unknown]

Description

Calliandra hymenaeodes (also called Hymenaeodes Calliandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry forests and disturbed habitats. It has a slender stem, with alternate, pinnate leaves, and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra hymenaeodes is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra hymenaeodes is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra hymenaeodes is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Calliandra hymenaeodes

Calliandra hymenaeodes is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Calliandra hymenaeodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra hymenaeodes?

Calliandra hymenaeodes

What is the common name of Calliandra hymenaeodes?

Hymenaeodes Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra hymenaeodes?

Tropical and subtropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-34097: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.