Status:
valid
Authors:
L.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1782
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 293 (1782)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590270
Common Names
- Integrifolia Paintbrush
- Integrifolia Indian Paintbrush
- Integrifolia Paintweed
Description
Castilleja integrifolia (also called Entire-leaved Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats, and has a small, grey-green rosette of leaves at the base. The plant produces bright red, tubular flowers in the spring.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja integrifolia is used as a groundcover and in rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to the garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Castilleja integrifolia var. chiapensis (Brandegee) J.M.Egger
Castilleja integrifolia var. longibracteata (M.Martens & Galeotti) J.M.Egger
Castilleja integrifolia var. integrifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Castilleja integrifolia has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja integrifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants prefer full sun and should be spaced 18-24 inches apart.
Where to Find Castilleja integrifolia
Castilleja integrifolia is native to the western United States, from California to Montana.
Castilleja integrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja integrifolia?
Castilleja integrifolia
What is the common name of Castilleja integrifolia?
Entire-leaved Owl's Clover
What is the habitat of Castilleja integrifolia?
Dry, open 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:801003-1: 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].