Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
174863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 105 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174192



Common Names

  • Calliandra surinamensis
  • Surinam Powderpuff
  • Surinam Powderpuff Tree


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra tenuiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia fasciculata Kunth [illegitimate]
  • Anneslia fasciculata (Willd.) Kleinhoonte [valid]
  • Inga fasciculata Willd. [valid]
  • Calliandra angustidens Britton & Killip [valid]
  • Feuilleea fasciculata (Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Acacia fasciculata (Willd.) Poir. [valid]
  • Anneslia surinamensis (Benth.) Kleinhoonte [unknown]
  • Feuilleea tenuiflora (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Mimosa fasciculata Poir. [unknown]

Description

Calliandra surinamensis (also called 'Surinam Powderpuff', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the legume family. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It has a medium-sized, spreading canopy and grows up to 5 m tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are pink and fluffy.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra surinamensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra surinamensis has small, bright red flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra surinamensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 30-45 cm (12-18 inches) when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and kept well-watered during the growing season.

Where to Find Calliandra surinamensis

Calliandra surinamensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Calliandra surinamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra surinamensis?

Calliandra surinamensis

What is the common name of Calliandra surinamensis?

Surinam calliandra

What is the family of Calliandra surinamensis?

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