Calliandra / Red Powder Puff Plant
A fast-growing ornamental shrub with bright red powder puff flowers, thriving in full sun and moderate moisture, suitable for landscaping. |
Habit
Shrub
Height
2-4 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy or loamy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15 to 30°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Peat, sand, compost mix
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Moderate watering, drought-tolerant once mature
Plant Weight
1-2 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round, peak in winter
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental flowers
NPK ratio
14:14:14
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Supports bees, butterflies, nitrogen-fixing
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 40% loam, 30% sand, 30% compost |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Apply monthly with liquid organic fertilizer |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Rust, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Spider Mites
Orange pustules, white fungal coating, webbing
Copper-based fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
· Used in traditional medicine for skin conditions and wound healing.
· May help improve respiratory health.