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cliff Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja rupicola
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Castilleja rupicola (Cliff Indian Paintbrush)
Castilleja rupicola, commonly known as Cliff Indian Paintbrush, is a striking wildflower native to the Northwestern United States.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant may be found growing on cliffs.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Castilleja
- Species: rupicola
- Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort family)
- Synonym: The text includes references to Castilleja as a synonym, though without the species.
Common Names
- Cliff Indian Paintbrush
- Cliff Paintbrush
Distribution and Habitat
- Primarily found in the Northwest region, including the Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington.
- Often grows on cliffs.
- Observed at high altitudes, such as 2200 meters (7200 feet) on Mount Rainier.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Grows on cliffs, indicating a tolerance for dry conditions and excellent drainage.
- The bright colors associated with Paintbrushes are modified leaves (bracts), not petals.
Additional Castilleja Species Mentioned
- Castilleja indivisa (Red Indian Paintbrush, Harsh Paintbrush, Common Red Paintbrush, Giant Red Paintbrush, Cliff Paintbrush)
- Castilleja grisea (San Clemente Island Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja septentrionalis (Pale Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja integra (Wholeleaf Paintbrush)
- Castilleja tenuiflora (Catalina Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja chromosa
- Castilleja scabrida (Rough Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja foliolosa (Woolly Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja chrysantha (Yellow Wallowa Indian Paintbrush)
- Castilleja blumeri (Rincon Indian Paintbrush, Rincon Mountain Indian Paintbrush)