Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
silvicola
ID:
188241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.21: 429 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187570



Common Names

  • Silvicola Calliandra
  • Calliandra Silvicola
  • Silvicola Powderpuff


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra mertensioides debilis Benth. [unknown]

Description

Calliandra silvicola (also called Silvicola Calliandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry forests and disturbed habitats. It has a slender stem, with alternate, pinnate leaves, and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra silvicola is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra silvicola is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra silvicola is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Calliandra silvicola

Calliandra silvicola is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Calliandra silvicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra silvicola?

Calliandra silvicola

What is the common name of Calliandra silvicola?

Silvicola Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra silvicola?

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