callendra flower plant

Description

Add a burst of tropical color to your garden with the Calliandra haematocephala, commonly known as the Powder Puff Tree. Beloved for its unique, fluffy flowers that resemble small crimson cotton balls, this ornamental shrub or small tree is an excellent choice for Nepali gardens. Available now at Gupta Nursery.

At Gupta Nursery, we offer healthy, well-rooted Calliandra plants that thrive in Nepal’s terai and mid-hill climates. With its evergreen foliage and year-round blooming potential, this plant will attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and compliments to your home.

Why You’ll Love Our Calliandra Plant

• Unique “Powder Puff” Blooms: The flower heads are actually dense clusters of long, vibrant red stamens that form a spherical shape, giving them the appearance of a fluffy powder puff or shaving brush. This unique structure makes them a fascinating focal point in any garden.

• Evergreen & Dense Foliage: Unlike many deciduous ornamentals, Calliandra generally retains its bipinnate, feathery green leaves year-round, providing a lush, tropical backdrop even when not in heavy bloom.

• Long Flowering Season: In Nepal’s favorable climate, Calliandra can produce flowers intermittently throughout the year, with a peak during the warmer months (spring to autumn), ensuring your garden always has a splash of color.

• Perfect for Nepal’s Terai & Mid-Hills: This plant is heat-tolerant and thrives in the warm, humid conditions of the Terai while also adapting well to the sunny aspects of the mid-hills. It is an ideal landscape solution for low-maintenance gardening.

• Wildlife Magnet: The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds (where present), butterflies, and bees, helping to pollinate the rest of your garden.