Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
estebanensis
ID:
1427469

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.M.Hern.

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa401: 50 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443634

Common Names

  • Calliandra estebanensis
  • Calliandra mayana
  • Calliandra nipensis

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Description

Calliandra estebanensis (also called Esteban's Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra estebanensis is used as a traditional medicine in South America, as well as for ornamental purposes. It is also used as a food source and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra estebanensis is yellow, with five petals and a short calyx. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra estebanensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the previous year's growth in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Once established, it can be pruned to maintain its desired shape.

Where to Find Calliandra estebanensis

Calliandra estebanensis can be found in Mexico.

Calliandra estebanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra estebanensis?

Calliandra estebanensis

What is the common name of Calliandra estebanensis?

Estebanensis Calliandra

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra estebanensis?

Tropical and subtropical 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

References

Héctor Manuel Hernández (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Hern.' in the authors string.