Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
seleri
ID:
165721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.17: 90 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165050



Common Names

  • Seler Powderpuff
  • Seler Calliandra
  • Seler Fairy Duster


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Synonyms

  • Anneslia seleri (Harms) Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Calliandra seleri (also called Seler's 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 seleri is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive pink flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It is also used for fuel and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra seleri has bright green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra seleri 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 seleri

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

Calliandra seleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra seleri?

Calliandra seleri

What are the common names of Calliandra seleri?

Seleri Calliandra, Red Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra seleri?

It is native to Central and South America

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