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Mt. Hamilton Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja dissitiflora
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Castilleja dissitiflora: Mt. Hamilton Indian Paintbrush
Castilleja dissitiflora, commonly known as Mt. Hamilton Indian Paintbrush, is a fascinating plant with a vibrant presence in specific regions of North America.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Scientific Name: Castilleja dissitiflora N.H. Holmgren
- Synonyms: Mount Hamilton paintbrush
- Subspecies: Castilleja affinis ssp. litoralis (Pennell) T.I. Chuang & Heckard – coast Indian paintbrush
Common Names
- Mt. Hamilton Indian paintbrush
- Mount Hamilton paintbrush
Distribution and Habitat
Castilleja dissitiflora is found in North America, specifically in the US Lower 48, with a notable presence in the Mt. Hamilton area.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth Habit: Forb/Herb (a non-woody plant)
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The text mentions the plant growing alongside clover, Italian thistle, buckbrush, and blueblossom.
Additional Information
- Associated locations: Mt. Hamilton Road, Lick Observatory, Rattlesnake Ridge, Marin Coast Range, Diablo Mountains.