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Calliandra Tweedii (incorrect Original Spelling (Calliandra tweediei)

Calliandra tweediei, the Red Powderpuff, is a shrub with vibrant red, pom-pom flowers blooming nearly year-round.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil with perlite or sand works well for container plants.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 18-25°C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil with perlite or sand works well for container plants.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 18-25°C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

3-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Anneslia tweediei (Benth.) Lindm.
Calliandra pulcherrima (Paxton) Planch.
Feuilleea tweediei (Benth.) Kuntze
Inga pulcherrima Paxton
Mimosa yaguaronensis Larrañaga
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusCalliandra
  • speciesCalliandra tweediei
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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