Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rigida
ID:
165715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.5: 103 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165044



Common Names

  • Rigid Powderpuff
  • Rigid Calliandra
  • Rigid Fairy Duster


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra hookeriana M.R.Schomb. [valid]
  • Feuilleea rigida (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Calliandra rigida (also called Rigid Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It has small, bright pink flowers and grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra rigida is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces beautiful orange flowers. It is also used as a natural pesticide and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra rigida is a bright red, tubular flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra rigida can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Calliandra rigida

Calliandra rigida is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Calliandra rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra rigida?

Calliandra rigida

What is the common name of Calliandra rigida?

Rigida Calliandra

What is the family of Calliandra rigida?

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