Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pilocarpa
ID:
1427472

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.E.Estrada, Rebman & Villarreal

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa391: 64 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443637



Common Names

  • Calliandra pilocarpa
  • Calliandra grandiflora
  • Calliandra eriophylla


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Description

Calliandra pilocarpa (also called Pilocarpa Calliandra, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It grows up to 1 m tall and has pink flowers. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra pilocarpa is used as a traditional medicine in South America, as well as for ornamental purposes. It is also used as a food source and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra pilocarpa is yellow, with five petals and a short calyx. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra pilocarpa is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings from the current season’s growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Calliandra pilocarpa

Calliandra pilocarpa can be found in Mexico.

Calliandra pilocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra pilocarpa?

Calliandra pilocarpa

What is the common name of Calliandra pilocarpa?

Pilocarpa Calliandra

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra pilocarpa?

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

José Ángel Villarreal (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villarreal' in the authors string.
Jon Paul Rebman (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rebman' in the authors string.
Alejandro Eduardo Estrada-Castillón (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Estrada' in the authors string.