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calliandra

calliandra

9.9
A shrub or small tree with finely divided leaves and clusters of pink, red and white flowers
  • noun
  • Specialized
: calliandra
  • The garden features several calliandra bushes, their pink blossoms attracting hummingbirds.

Examples

  • Among the tropical plants, the calliandra stands out for its finely divided foliage and vibrant flowers.

  • She planted a calliandra tree along the walkway to add color and texture to the landscape.

  • The calliandra blooms beautifully in spring.

  • I saw a calliandra in the botanical garden.

  • The calliandra produces clusters of bright red flowers, making it a popular choice for gardens.

  • In her backyard, she cultivated a calliandra filled with delicate pink blooms.

  • The calliandra tree provided shade and beauty with its finely divided leaves and striking blossoms.

Surface Forms

calliandra singular
calliandras plural

Etymology

Calliandra comes from Greek parts kalli- ('beauty') and -andra ('male' or 'stamen'). You can see kalli- in calligraphy ('beautiful writing'), which helps you remember the 'beauty' part. The name refers to the plant's long, brush-like stamens, the male parts of the flowers, which make the shrubs look very showy.