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elegant Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja elegans
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Elegant Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja elegans)
The Elegant Indian Paintbrush, scientifically known as Castilleja elegans, is a captivating wildflower with vibrant colors. It belongs to a genus of approximately 200 species known as Indian paintbrush or prairie-fire.
Considerations for Pets
- Some references note that Indian Paintbrush was used by indigenous peoples for various applications.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Castilleja elegans Malte
- Common Name: Elegant Indian Paintbrush
- Genus: Castilleja
- Species: elegans
- Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family)
- Synonyms: Castilleja elegans Malte
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Castilleja elegans is found in Canada and Alaska.
- It thrives on high tundra slopes, such as those found near Mount Galen in Denali National Park, Alaska.
Morphological Characteristics
- Castilleja elegans is a herbaceous perennial plant.
- It typically blooms in the spring, reaching a height of 1-2 feet.
Ecological Interactions
- Indian Paintbrush are known to use other plants for food.
Traditional Uses
- Historically, cultures used Indian Paintbrush for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as a pigment for paint.