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Fairy duster

Calliandra criophylla

Photo by joanbstanley
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31.1084, -97.4989

Field Notes

Description:

Small woody shrub, aprox 3'x3'. Pinkish flowers in clusters. Dark green, fern like leaves.

Habitat:

Full sun to partial shade. Soil adaptable, well draining. Heat and drought tolerant. Flowers are clusters of pink heads.

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Calliandra eriophylla

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Flowers of North America
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PublishedMarch 13, 2012

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