Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
590838

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.H.Holmgren

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 21(177): 180 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590170

Common Names

  • Ecuador Paintbrush
  • Ecuador Indian Paintbrush
  • Ecuador Paintweed

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Description

Castilleja ecuadorensis (also called Ecuador Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb growing up to 8 inches tall. It has bright yellow to orange flowers and is native to Ecuador. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja ecuadorensis is used as an ornamental plant, for ground cover, and as a houseplant. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, as well as its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja ecuadorensis has yellow-orange to red-orange flowers with a white throat and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny. Seedlings are usually hairy and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja ecuadorensis is a perennial herb that grows in dry, open areas. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Castilleja ecuadorensis

Castilleja ecuadorensis can be found in Ecuador.

Castilleja ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja ecuadorensis?

Castilleja ecuadorensis

What is the common name of Castilleja ecuadorensis?

Ecuadorian Paintbrush

What is the habitat of Castilleja ecuadorensis?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as chaparral, grassland, and oak 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

Noel Herman Holmgren (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Holmgren' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:903841-1: 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].