How to Grow and Care for Powder puff plant

Red powderpuff (Calliandra haematocephala) is a flowering plant also known as the fairy duster for obvious reasons. Each "feather" in the flower's puffball is a stamen. Red powderpuff is native to tropical regions of South America, though it can survive short periods of freezing temperatures. Caterpillars often feed upon this species. Its specific epithet means "blood-red head" in reference to the round red flower, though some examples have lighter-colored flowers that don't fit the moniker quite as well.

Surinamese Stickpea (Calliandra surinamensis) is a flowering plant species native to northern South America. Surinamese Stickpea pollen attracts lorikeets and fruit bats. This species is also known as the pink powder puff.

Fairy Duster (Calliandra eriophylla) is a flowering shrub that is native to the deserts of Mexico and the southwestern United States. Its showy flowers are composed of dense circular clusters of long pink stamens, explaining both its common name and its genus name, Calliandra, which means “beautiful stamens.” fairy Duster is an important source of nectar for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Calliandra tergemina var. emarginata displays striking feathery pink blossoms that burst into pom-pom-like flowers, a trademark among its kind. This perennial shrub flourishes in warm climates, adapting well to bright, direct sunlight. Its small, bipinnate leaves and the dynamic contrast of its red stamens attract pollinators while providing an ornamental flair to garden landscapes. The plant's robustness and low water needs reflect an evolution tailored to semi-arid environments.

Dwarf stickpea is a low-growing flowering shrub known for its delicate bipinnate leaves and vibrant puffball-like pink flowers. Thriving in dry, rocky habitats, this resilient plant has adapted to require minimal water, making it favored in arid gardens. The fern-like foliage adds fine texture to landscapes, while the showy blooms attract pollinators, crucial for ecosystem health.