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wavyleaf Indian paintbrush

Scientific Name: Castilleja applegatei

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Castilleja applegatei - Applegate's Indian Paintbrush and Wavyleaf Indian Paintbrush

Castilleja applegatei is a fascinating plant known by several common names, including Applegate's Indian paintbrush and wavyleaf Indian paintbrush. It belongs to the genus Castilleja, which is also commonly known as Indian paintbrush or prairie-fire.

Considerations for Pets

  • Seeds are present, which may be tempting to some pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Castilleja applegatei Fernald
  • Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family) (now Orobanchaceae, Broomrape family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names:
    • Pine Indian paintbrush (Common Name)
    • Wavyleaf paintbrush (Common Name)
    • Wavyleaf Indian paintbrush (Common Name)

Subspecies

  • Castilleja applegatei ssp. pinetorum
  • Castilleja applegatei ssp. martinii
  • Castilleja applegatei ssp. pallida (Brewer's Indian Paintbrush)
  • Castilleja applegatei var. applegatei
  • Castilleja applegatei ssp. disticha

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to California, found in northern, southern, and central regions.
  • Specifically mentioned in central and northern California, primarily in the High Sierra Nevada.
  • Also found in other areas, with mention of a location N. of Mirror Lake Summit, Summit County.
  • Identified in Pinyon-Joshua woodland.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Some varieties have numerous erect stems with bright, red-to-orange, flower-like tips (Martin's Paintbrush).
  • The wavy leaves are a prominent identifying feature.

Ecological Role

  • The USDA PLANTS Database lists Castilleja applegatei as an invasive plant.
  • It is a perennial herb.

Associations

  • The text combines it with terms such as "california," "flora," "national park," "sentinel dome," and "united states."

Resources

  • USDA PLANTS Database: National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
  • Dave's Garden community.
  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society).
  • Discover Life: page about biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution