Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
magdalenae
ID:
184204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertero ex DC.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.5: 102 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183533



Common Names

  • Magdalena Powderpuff
  • Magdalena Fairy Duster
  • Magdalena Red Powderpuff


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Synonyms

  • Acacia magdalenae Spreng. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea magdalenae (Bertero ex DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Anneslia magdalenae Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Acacia magdalenae DC. [valid]

Description

Calliandra magdalenae (also called Magdalena Calliandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra magdalenae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calliandra magdalenae var. colombiana (Britton & Rose) Barneby
Calliandra magdalenae var. magdalenae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra magdalenae has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra magdalenae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Calliandra magdalenae

Calliandra magdalenae is native to Colombia and can be found in the Magdalena Valley.

Calliandra magdalenae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra magdalenae?

Calliandra magdalenae

What is the common name of Calliandra magdalenae?

Magdalen's Calliandra

What is the family of Calliandra magdalenae?

Fabaceae

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carlo Luigi Giuseppe Bertero (1789-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertero' in the authors string.