Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
cmp
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 2: 192 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590097
Common Names
- Bryant's Paintbrush
- Bryant's Indian Paintbrush
- Bryant's Owl's Clover
Description
Castilleja bryantii (also called Bryant's Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming, and is found in open meadows and grasslands. It has a short, thick stem and small, bright yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja bryantii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including skin infections and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Castilleja bryantii var. socorrensis (Moran) J.M.Egger
Castilleja bryantii var. bryantii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Castilleja bryantii is a bright yellow color and has a tubular shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja bryantii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It is also possible to propagate from stem cuttings taken in the fall.
Where to Find Castilleja bryantii
Castilleja bryantii can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho and Montana.
Castilleja bryantii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja bryantii?
Castilleja bryantii
What is the common name of Castilleja bryantii?
Bryant's Indian Paintbrush
What is the habitat of Castilleja bryantii?
Dry, rocky slopes and meadows
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:49428-2: 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].