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fraternal Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja fraterna
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Castilleja fraterna: Fraternal Indian Paintbrush
Castilleja fraterna, commonly known as Fraternal Indian Paintbrush, is a captivating forb/herb belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. This perennial plant adds vibrant color to various landscapes.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Castilleja fraterna Greenm.
- Common Name: Fraternal Indian Paintbrush
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Symbol: CAFR8
- Synonym Symbol: CAFR8
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Castilleja fraterna is described as a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Tenderfoot Basin proposed Research Natural Area (pRNA) was selected to represent Castilleja fraterna.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Castilleja fraterna.
- Garden Guides provides plant information, identification details, uses, and gardening tips related to the Fraternal Indian Paintbrush.