Calliandra riparia. Bonsai 18 years. Powder Puff
Calliandra riparia. Bonsai 18 years. Powder Puff. Evergreen outdoor bonsai, ideal for balconies, gardens and terraces. It stands out for its red or pink flowers in spring and for its good adaptability to different climates. From the Fabaceae family. Bonsai with fast growth. Originary from Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Its shiny leaves and red or pink flowers are very attractive to pollinators.
Leaf type: evergreen
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Calliandra riparia. Bonsai 18 years. Powder Puff. Evergreen outdoor bonsai, ideal for balconies, gardens and terraces. It stands out for its red or pink flowers in spring and for its good adaptability to different climates. From the Fabaceae family. Bonsai with fast growth. Originary from Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Its shiny leaves and red or pink flowers are very attractive to pollinators.
Location: It is a plant native to tropical America, which stands out for its red or pink flowers in spring. It is resistant and adapts to a variety of soils and climatic conditions.
Watering: Water it regularly, do not overwater to prevent root problems. Allow the surface layer of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.
Curiosities: Outdoors in direct sunlight. It needs a warm and humid climate. Should be protected from frost and intense sun.
Dimensions in centimetres approx. (width x depth x height): 35 x 28 x 60
Note: The shape and measurements of the bonsais are approximate. The pot is included on the dimensions. The colour and shape of the pot may vary from that of the photo. A bonsai is a living being, so the vegetative state of the plant changes according to the season. The images that appear are non-binding illustrative pictures.
Data sheet
- Genus
- Calliandra
- Habitat
- Indoor
- Leaf type
- evergreen
- Bonsai pot dimensions (approx.)
- From 23 to 28 cm
- Level of care
- High
Family
Fabaceae
Fertilization
Regularly with a nitrogen rich fertiliser during the active growing season.
Reppoting
Every 2-3 years in early spring
Substrate
100% Terrabonsai or 50% Terrabonsai and 50% Pomice
Pruning
Pruning can be done at any time of the year.
Pinching
When the new shoot has 5/6 new leaves.
Wiring
Only the young branches, the old ones are fragile.
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