Calliandra haematocephala ‘Alba’ (White Powder Puff / White Calliandra)
Calliandra haematocephala ‘Alba’ (White Powder Puff / White Calliandra)
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Calliandra haematocephala ‘Alba’ is a decorative evergreen shrub or small tree known for its fine, fern-like foliage and soft, powder-puff-style white flowers. These striking blooms appear in clusters and create a light, airy effect that adds texture and brightness to tropical and warm-climate gardens.
Originally native to dry tropical forests of Bolivia, this adaptable ornamental is widely grown for its long flowering periods and elegant form. Its delicate foliage and showy blooms make it an excellent feature plant for garden beds, hedging, or specimen planting in frost-free landscapes.

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Mature height
2 to 4m
Mature width
2 to 3m
Spacing
2 to 3m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Soft white powder-puff flowers with fine green pinnate foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Warm months, often intermittently year-round in tropical climates
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low to medium, prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage flowering
Root System
Moderately spreading fibrous root system suitable for open garden planting