Calliandra ( Powder Puff Plant )

Description

The Calliandra Plant, also known as the Powder Puff Plant, is a striking ornamental shrub famous for its bright red, pink, or white puffball flowers. Native to tropical regions, this evergreen shrub is often used in home gardens, parks, and landscapes due to its unique blooms that resemble powder puffs. The flowers, composed of numerous long stamens, attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any garden.

The Calliandra plant is fast-growing and can be pruned to maintain shape and size, making it suitable as a hedge or ornamental bush. It thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil, requiring moderate watering. The plant typically blooms in the winter and spring, with its vibrant flowers standing out against its lush green, feathery foliage.