Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
165727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Anais Acad. Brasil. Ci.31: 289 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165056



Common Names

  • Spinosa Calliandra
  • Calliandra Spinosa
  • Spinosa Calliandra


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra suberifera Rizzini [valid]

Description

Calliandra spinosa (also called Spiny 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 spinosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive pink flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It can also be used as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra spinosa has bright white 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 spinosa 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 spinosa

Calliandra spinosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical climates.

Calliandra spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra spinosa?

Calliandra spinosa

What are the common names of Calliandra spinosa?

Spinosa Calliandra, Red Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra spinosa?

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