Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 110 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164984
Common Names
- Fairy Duster
- Desert Poppy
- Mesquite
Synonyms
- Calliandra tweediei sancti-pauli (Hassk.) Benth. [valid]
- Calliandra sancti-pauli Hassk. [valid]
- Feuilleea foliolosa (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Calliandra diademata Lem. [valid]
- Calliandra tweedii sancti-pauli (Hassk.) Benth. [unknown]
- Calliandra hirsuta sancti-pauli J.F.Macbr. [deprecated]
- Calliandra hirsuta sancti-pauli (Hassk.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
Description
Calliandra foliolosa (also called Leafy 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 foliolosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating digestive problems, headaches, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calliandra foliolosa is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calliandra foliolosa is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It has a spreading habit and produces small, pink, feathery flowers. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Calliandra foliolosa
Calliandra foliolosa is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Calliandra foliolosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calliandra foliolosa?
Calliandra foliolosa
What is the common name of Calliandra foliolosa?
Leafy Powderpuff
What is the natural habitat of Calliandra foliolosa?
Tropical and subtropical dry 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