Powder Puff
Ko Pha Ngan,
Thailand
Calliandra haematocephala commonly known as Powder Puff, is a fast growing shrub that can grow tall but also spreads wide. If desired it can be kept smaller by trimming.
Interesting enough the leaves close at night.
The red powder puff flower are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds but only appear from November -April.
The buds before the flowers open look like raspberries.