Calliandra purdiaei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purdiaei
ID:
196224
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195553
Common Names
- Calliandra Purdiaei
- Purdiaei Calliandra
- Purdiaei Powderpuff
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Feuilleea purdiaei Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Calliandra purdiaei (also called Purdiaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub with a rounded shape and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. It has small, pinkish-white flowers that bloom in the summer months. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Calliandra purdiaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calliandra purdiaei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calliandra purdiaei is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Calliandra purdiaei
Calliandra purdiaei is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Calliandra purdiaei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calliandra purdiaei?
Calliandra purdiaei
What is the common name of Calliandra purdiaei?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Calliandra purdiaei?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and 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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-42134: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.