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longleaf Indian paintbrush
Scientific Name: Castilleja subinclusa ssp. subinclusa
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Longleaf Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja subinclusa)
The Castilleja subinclusa, commonly known as Longleaf Indian Paintbrush or Franciscan Paintbrush, is a vibrant and intriguing plant found in specific regions of North America.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Castilleja subinclusa Greene
- Family: Orobanchaceae (Broomrape family)
- Common Names: Longleaf Indian Paintbrush, Long Leaf Paintbrush, Franciscan Paintbrush, Zion Indian Paintbrush
- Subspecies:
- Castilleja subinclusa ssp. subinclusa
- Castilleja subinclusa subsp. franciscana (Pennell) T.I. Chuang & Heckard
- Synonym: Castilleja subinclusa var. subinclusa
- Synonym: Castilleja subinclusa var. franciscana
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to California, found in northern, southern, and central regions.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Described as a native perennial herb.
- Considered a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Associated Species
- Frequently found in association with big sagebrush and arrowleaf balsamroot.
Further Information
- Consult The Jepson Manual 2nd edition: C. subinclusa ssp. subinclusa
- Flora of North America: C. subinclusa var. subinclusa