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Labrador Indian paintbrush

Scientific Name: Castilleja septentrionalis

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: ME (northern painted cup), MI (pale Indian paintbr

       

Castilleja septentrionalis: Labrador Indian Paintbrush

Castilleja septentrionalis, commonly known as Labrador Indian Paintbrush, is a captivating wildflower belonging to the Indian paintbrush genus. It is also referred to as pale painted cup (in New England), pale Indian paintbrush (in Michigan), and northern paintbrush.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is often found in gardens.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is often found in gardens.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Castilleja
  • Species: septentrionalis
  • Family: Scrophulariaceae (Snapdragon family)
  • Synonyms: Castilleja acuminata auct. non (Pursh) Spreng., Castilleja pallida (L.) Spreng., Castilleja pallida subsp.

Distribution and Habitat

This species is native to regions including Labrador, Newfoundland, and other parts of northern North America. It can be found in locations such as Mount Robson Provincial Park (British Columbia, Canada), Elk Meadows, Elk Cove, and Dog Mountain.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The bracts on Castilleja septentrionalis are typically creamy or pale yellow, while the flowers are often green.
  • It is a perennial forb/herb.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Castilleja" comes from the scientific name of the Indian Paintbrush flower and is used as a name for Labrador Retrievers.
  • Some believe the origin of the name "Indian Paintbrush" has Native American origins, possibly with ties to shamanic traditions.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
  • Discover Life provides a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Castilleja septentrionalis.
  • Behr.com can be used to start your next paint project with the color "Indian Paint Brush".