Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pedicellata
ID:
187717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 102 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187046

Common Names

  • Calliandra pedicellata
  • Pedicellata
  • Pedicellata Calliandra

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea pedicellata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Anneslia pedicellata (Benth.) Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Calliandra pedicellata (also called Pedicellate Calliandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately compound, and up to 30 cm long. Its flowers are yellow and fragrant, and its fruits are pods containing several seeds. It grows in sunny, wet habitats, such as riverbanks and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra pedicellata is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calliandra pedicellata has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra pedicellata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken in the spring. It is best to start the seeds indoors in a warm, moist environment and then transplant them outdoors when they are a few inches tall.

Where to Find Calliandra pedicellata

Calliandra pedicellata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Calliandra pedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra pedicellata?

Calliandra pedicellata

What is the common name of Calliandra pedicellata?

Pedicellate Calliandra

Where is Calliandra pedicellata native to?

Mexico, Central America, and northern South America

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