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purple stickpea

Scientific Name: Calliandra purpurea

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Purple Stickpea (Calliandra purpurea)

Calliandra purpurea, commonly known as purple stickpea, is a plant appreciated for its ornamental qualities.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is described as a tree or shrub.

Scientific Classification

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Family: Fabaceae

Synonyms

  • Anneslea purpurea (L.) Britton
  • Anneslia purpurea (L.) Britton

Common Names

  • Purple Stickpea
  • Other names, according to language:
    • acacia rouge
    • pompoms rouges
    • Bois Patate

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions that it is found in the United States, where it is known as Purple Stickpea.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Calliandra purpurea is a perennial plant that can grow as a tree or shrub.
  • It requires full sun for balanced development.

Further Information

  • Symbol: CAPU33
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)