Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
madrigalii
ID:
1599943

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Medina & E.Carranza

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2017-14: 1 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048722

Common Names

  • Madrigalii Castilleja
  • Madrigalii Indian Paintbrush
  • Madrigalii Prairie Fire

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Description

Castilleja madrigalii (also called 'Madrigal's Indian Paintbrush', among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry, sunny areas. It has a slender stem, and bears yellow, tubular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja madrigalii is a species of flowering plant in the broomrape family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja madrigalii has bright yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja madrigalii is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Castilleja madrigalii

Castilleja madrigalii can be found in the western United States, from California to Alaska.

Castilleja madrigalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja madrigalii?

Castilleja madrigalii

What is the common name of Castilleja madrigalii?

Madrigal's Indian Paintbrush

What is the family of Castilleja madrigalii?

Orobanchaceae

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:77161625-1: 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].