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Definition of calliandra

calliandra

/ˌkæl.iˈæn.drə/
cal · li · an · dra
Plural:calliandras
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calliandra Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of various tropical and subtropical shrubs or small trees of the genus Calliandra in the pea family (Fabaceae), native to the Americas and widely cultivated for their striking, powder-puff-like flower heads composed of numerous long, brightly colored stamens.

Example

"The gardener planted a vibrant pink calliandra in the conservatory to attract hummingbirds and add a splash of exotic color."

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• Rhymes for calliandra

• Nearby Words

calla lily
callaloo
callbox
calliandra
callistephus
calochortus
calx

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined by botanist George Bentham in 1840 from the Greek words 'kallos' (beautiful) and 'aner/andros' (man), in reference to the beautifully colored stamens (the male reproductive organs) of the flower.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Calliandra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/calliandra
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