Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trinervia
ID:
165739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 94 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165068

Common Names

  • Trinervia Calliandra
  • Trinervia Powderpuff
  • Trinervia Pink Powderpuff

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Synonyms

  • Calliandra trinervia parviflora Huber [unknown]
  • Feuilleea trinervia (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Calliandra trinervia (also called Three-veined 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 trinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for fodder and as a soil conditioner. Its leaves can be used as a green manure and its wood is used for fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calliandra trinervia var. pilosifolia (R.S.Cowan) Barneby
Calliandra trinervia var. carbonaria (Benth.) Barneby
Calliandra trinervia var. arborea (Standl.) Barneby
Calliandra trinervia var. stenocylix Barneby
Calliandra trinervia var. paniculans Barneby
Calliandra trinervia var. trinervia
Calliandra trinervia var. peruicola Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calliandra trinervia is a small, yellow to orange, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calliandra trinervia is a shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It has a spreading habit and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C.

Where to Find Calliandra trinervia

Calliandra trinervia is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, and Peru.

Calliandra trinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calliandra trinervia?

Calliandra trinervia

What are the common names of Calliandra trinervia?

Trinervia Calliandra, Red Powderpuff

What is the natural habitat of Calliandra trinervia?

It is native to Central 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