Pink Powderpuff
Calliandra tergemina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Pink Powderpuff, scientifically known as Calliandra tergeminat, is a striking ornamental shrub valued for its vibrant, spherical blooms. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this botanical treasure holds significant potential in traditional medicine. Its unique chemical properties offer promising therapeutic benefits, making it a subject of growing interest in herbal pharmacology.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Pink Powderpuff
- Scientific synonyms
- Anneslia Tergemina · Mimosa Tergemina · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- Pink Powderpuff
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Anneslia canescens
- Anneslia cruziana
- Anneslia deamii
- Anneslia emarginata
- Calliandra rupestris
- Calliandra seemannii
- Calliandra sinaloana
- Calliandra tetraphylla
- Anneslia juchitana
- Anneslia langlassei
- Anneslia mexicana
- Anneslia rupestris
- Anneslia seemannii
- Anneslia sinaloana
- Anneslia yucatanensis
- Calliandra canescens
- Calliandra cruziana
- Calliandra deamii
- Calliandra emarginata
- Calliandra tolimensis
- Calliandra uribei
- Calliandra yucatanensis
- Feuilleea canescens
- Feuilleea emarginata
- Feuilleea seemannii
- Feuilleea tetraphylla
- Inga canescens
- Inga emarginata
- Calliandra langlassei
- Calliandra mexicana
- Calliandra purpusii
- Inga semicordata
- Inga tetraphylla
- Mimosa emarginata
- Mimosa tetraphylla
- Anneslia tergemina
- Feuilleea tergemina
- Inga caripensis
- Inga tergemina
- Mimosa caripensis
- Mimosa tergemina
French:
- Bois patate
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Calliandra tergeminaSynonyms
- Anneslia tergemina
- Mimosa tergemina
- Inga tergemina
- Feuilleea tergemina
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Calliandra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Calliandra | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans across several distinct regions. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is specifically noted in Bangladesh. Moving toward the Pacific, it can be found across the Papuasia region, particularly in New Guinea. In North America, the species is widely distributed throughout Mexico, covering the Central, Northeast, and Gulf territories. Together, these locations illustrate the wide range of habitats where this medicinal plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
Activities
Calliandra tergemina has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |