pink powderpuff
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A large, tropical shrub with 45cm long leaves, made up of pairs of glossy, dark green leaflets. The pink or red pompom flowers, comprising a mass of stamens, are borne in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- pink powderpuff (Calliandra haematocephala)
- Genus
- Calliandra
- Family
- Fabaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 2.5-4 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of pink powderpuff
Distribution map
Bolivia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of pink powderpuff
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pink powderpuff care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningLittle pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Prune after flowering has finished. Plants grown under glass may need trimming to restrict size.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed at 16-18°C in spring. Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layer in spring
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light with shade from hot sun. When in growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; water sparingly in winter
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs
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