Calliandra haematocephala x surinamensis Nana
Family: Mimosoideae / Mimosaceae
Dwarf Powderpuff Tree
Origin: Central to South AmericaCompact variety of Calliandra very close related to C. haematocephala (15 ft tall tree) and C. surinamensis (4-6 ft tall shrub), somewhat between these two species in size that can be grown as a small 7-10 ft tree or a medium shrub. Very dense beautiful foliage, leaves are somewhat smaller than C. haematocephala. Bright pink powderpuff flowers, everblooming. Makes excellent specimen tree or container plant.