Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 154 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590012
Common Names
- Castilleja affinis
- Coastal Paintbrush
- Affinis Paintbrush
Synonyms
- Castilleja affinis affinis [unknown]
Description
Castilleja affinis (also called Affinis Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a branching stem and small, tubular flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Castilleja affinis var. neglecta (Zeile) J.M.Egger
Castilleja affinis var. contentiosa (J.F.Macbr.) Bacig.
Castilleja affinis var. affinis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Castilleja affinis flower is bright yellow, with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja affinis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Castilleja affinis
Castilleja affinis is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Castilleja affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja affinis?
Castilleja affinis
What is the common name of Castilleja affinis?
Affine Castilleja
What is the natural habitat of Castilleja affinis?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Castilleja genus
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800849-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].