Status:
valid
Authors:
Renvoize
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.36: 69 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174859
Common Names
- Red Powderpuff
- Desert Powderpuff
- Fairy Duster
Description
Calliandra coccinea (also called Scarlet Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calliandra coccinea has been used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Calliandra coccinea var. trimera Barneby
Calliandra coccinea var. coccinea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calliandra coccinea is a bright red, five-petaled bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have two sets of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calliandra coccinea is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Calliandra coccinea
Calliandra coccinea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Calliandra coccinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calliandra coccinea?
Calliandra coccinea
What are the common names of Calliandra coccinea?
Scarlet Calliandra
What is the natural habitat of Calliandra coccinea?
Dry tropical forests
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