Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
purdiei
ID:
165710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.5: 104 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165039

Common Names

  • Purdie's Powderpuff
  • Purdie's Fairy Duster
  • Purdie's Fuzzy Fairy Duster

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Synonyms

  • Calliandra clavellina H.Karst. [valid]
  • Feuilleea purdiei (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Calliandra purdiei (also called Powderpuff, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It has small, bright pink flowers and grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calliandra purdiei is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces beautiful white flowers. It is also used as a natural pesticide and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra purdiei is a pink-red, tubular flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra purdiei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Calliandra purdiei

Calliandra purdiei is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is typically found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Calliandra purdiei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra purdiei?

Calliandra purdiei

What is the common name of Calliandra purdiei?

Purdiei Calliandra

What is the family of Calliandra purdiei?

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

References