Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nebulosa
ID:
199968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(3): 150 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199297



Common Names

  • Calliandra nebulosa
  • Glabra
  • Lintea


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra squarrosa crassifolia Benth. [valid]

Description

Calliandra nebulosa (also called 'Cloudy Calliandra', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has alternate, pinnate leaves with 3-7 leaflets and small, pink flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra nebulosa is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, as well as for fuel and construction. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra nebulosa is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra nebulosa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Calliandra nebulosa

Calliandra nebulosa can be found in dry grasslands and meadows in Central and South America.

Calliandra nebulosa FAQ

What type of plant is Calliandra nebulosa?

Calliandra nebulosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Calliandra nebulosa found?

Calliandra nebulosa is found in South America.

What is the scientific name of Calliandra nebulosa?

The scientific name of Calliandra nebulosa is Calliandra nebulosa.

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