Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
longipedicellata
ID:
200023

Status:
valid

Authors:
(McVaugh) Macqueen & H.M.Hern.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.52: 40 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199352

Common Names

  • Calliandra longipedicellata
  • Longipedicellata Calliandra
  • Longipedicellata Powderpuff

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Description

Calliandra longipedicellata (also called 'Long-stalked Calliandra', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with pink or white flowers and yellow-green leaves. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra longipedicellata is used as a source of firewood and timber for construction and furniture. It is also used as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra longipedicellata has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, thick stem. The seeds are small and round, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra longipedicellata is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Calliandra longipedicellata

Calliandra longipedicellata is native to Mexico.

Calliandra longipedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra longipedicellata?

Calliandra longipedicellata

What is the common name of Calliandra longipedicellata?

Long-pediceled Calliandra

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra longipedicellata?

Dry, rocky slopes in Mexico

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

IPNI record: 994702-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001269516
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-50241420: Originally associated with wfo-0001269516
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50241420: Originally associated with wfo-0001269516
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Héctor Manuel Hernández (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Hern.' in the authors string.
Duncan J. Macqueen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Macqueen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:994702-1: Based on the initial data import