Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
californica
ID:
165629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur: 14 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164958

Common Names

  • California Powderpuff
  • California Fairy Duster
  • California Calliandra

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea californica (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Anneslia californica Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Anneslia mixta Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Anneslia mucronulata Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Calliandra californica (also called California 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 californica is a popular ornamental plant due to its showy pink or white flowers. It is also used as a windbreak, as a soil stabilizer, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra californica 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra californica 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 californica

Calliandra californica is native to California and can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral and grasslands.

Calliandra californica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra californica?

Calliandra californica

What is the common name of Calliandra californica?

California Calliandra

What is the growth habit of Calliandra californica?

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