Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
belizensis
ID:
165618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.4: 309 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164947

Common Names

  • Belize Calliandra
  • Belize Powderpuff
  • Belize Red Calliandra

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Synonyms

  • Anneslia belizensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Anneslia belizensis Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Calliandra belizensis (also called Belize Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra belizensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra belizensis has bright red 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 belizensis is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calliandra belizensis

Calliandra belizensis is native to Central America and can be found in moist forests, from sea level to elevations of 1,500 m. It is also cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.

Calliandra belizensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra belizensis?

Calliandra belizensis

What is the common name of Calliandra belizensis?

Belize Calliandra

What is the growth habit of Calliandra belizensis?

It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.