Calliandra biflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biflora
ID:
165619
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tharp
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Rhodora56: 132 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164948
Common Names
- Two-flowered Calliandra
- Two-flowered Powderpuff
- Two-flowered Red Calliandra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calliandra biflora (also called Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has bright green, feathery leaves and bright pink, fluffy flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calliandra biflora is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calliandra biflora is a bright pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.
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Calliandra biflora 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 biflora
Calliandra biflora 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 biflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calliandra biflora?
Calliandra biflora
What is the common name of Calliandra biflora?
Two-flowered Calliandra
What is the growth habit of Calliandra biflora?
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
Benjamin Carroll Tharp (1885-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tharp' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Calliandra biflora Tharp: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.