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wavyleaf Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja applegatei ssp. disticha
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Castilleja applegatei
Castilleja applegatei is commonly known as Applegate's Indian paintbrush or wavyleaf Indian paintbrush. Other common names include Martin's Paintbrush, pine Indian paintbrush, wavyleaf paintbrush, and desert Indian Paintbrush.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family) or Orobanchaceae (Broomrape Family). Note that taxonomic classifications can change, and the plant may be listed under either family.
- Synonyms: The text mentions "pine Indian paintbrush" and "wavyleaf paintbrush" as synonyms, but it does not define them as formal scientific synonyms.
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
Castilleja applegatei is native to areas including northern, southern, and central California. It is also found in the Sierra Nevada region of California, and in Pinyon-Joshua woodlands (e.g., Cactus Springs, San Bernardino National Forest). Castilleja applegatei ssp. pallida specifically grows in Central and Northern California, primarily in high-altitude environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant is a perennial herb.
- Martin's Paintbrush variety has numerous erect stems with bright, red-to-orange, flower-like tips.
- One defining feature is its wavy leaves.
Further Information
- USDA, NRCS. 2010. The PLANTS Database. National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life
- Garden Guides