Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Nesom
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 404 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590558
Common Names
- Stipitate Indian Paintbrush
- Stipitate Castilleja
- Stipitate Owl's Clover
Description
Castilleja stipifolia (also called Stipule-leaved Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to western North America. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush. It has a hairy stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are bright yellow and have a distinctive, hairy calyx.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja stipifolia has been used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal purposes to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Castilleja stipifolia is a tubular shape with a yellowish-orange color. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja stipifolia is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a pot with a light, sandy soil mix. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Castilleja stipifolia
Castilleja stipifolia can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.
Castilleja stipifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja stipifolia?
Castilleja stipifolia
What is the common name of Castilleja stipifolia?
Stipulate Paintbrush
What is the natural habitat of Castilleja stipifolia?
Dry slopes and ridges in the chaparral and yellow pine forest of California
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:302770-2: 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].