Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
haematocephala
ID:
174224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassk.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Retzia1: 216 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173553

Common Names

  • Pink Powderpuff
  • Pink Fairy Duster
  • Red Calliandra

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Synonyms

  • Anneslia haematocephala (Hassk.) Britton & P.Wilson [valid]
  • Feuilleea haematocephala (Hassk.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Calliandra haematocephala (also called Red Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a shrub with white, pink, or purple flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra haematocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as a source of food for livestock, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calliandra haematocephala var. boliviana (Britton) Barneby
Calliandra haematocephala var. haematocephala

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra haematocephala has small, pink flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra haematocephala is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Calliandra haematocephala

Calliandra haematocephala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in dry and moist forests, savannas, and grasslands.

Calliandra haematocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra haematocephala?

Calliandra haematocephala

What is the common name of Calliandra haematocephala?

Red powderpuff

What is the family of Calliandra haematocephala?

Fabaceae

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