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country Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja flava var. rustica
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Castilleja: The Vibrant Indian Paintbrush
Castilleja, commonly known as Indian paintbrush or prairie-fire, is a captivating genus of flowering plants that adds a splash of color to many landscapes.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Indian Paintbrush grows well above the desert and sage landscapes. This suggests a possible presence in gardens.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Castilleja
- Common Names: Indian paintbrush, prairie-fire
- Castilleja coccinea (Indian Paint Brush or Prairie Fire) is a specific species found in the eastern US.
- Synonyms or related species mentioned:
- Castilleja applegatei Fernald – wavyleaf Indian paintbrush
- Castilleja flava S. Watson var. rustica (Piper) N.H. Holmgren – country Indian paintbrush
- Castilleja miniata is also referred to as Common Red Paintbrush, or the Giant Red Paintbrush.
- Castilleja foliolosa
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the west.
- Castilleja coccinea is a wildflower of the eastern US.
- Frequently found in the Texas Hill Country, often alongside bluebonnets.
- Can thrive in the sandy country of Illinois, though not common.
- Grows in mesic, dry, and sandy prairies.
- Also grows well above the desert and sage landscapes into pinyon/juniper woodlands.
- Found in alpine environments.
- Also found in Kananaskis Country, Alberta, Canada.
Morphological Characteristics
- Herbaceous plants, with both annual and perennial species.
- Known for showy scarlet-orange flowers in the late spring (Castilleja coccinea).
- Flowers vary in color from orange, and scarlet to cream and yellow.
Quirky Facts
- The flowers of Indian paintbrush are edible and sweet.
- June is Indian Paintbrush Festival month in Blackfeet Country.