Status:
valid
Authors:
Rzed.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 35: 43 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590601
Common Names
- Venusta Indian Paintbrush
- Venusta Castilleja
- Venusta Owl's Clover
Description
Castilleja venusta (also called Lovely Owl's-clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in open forests, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja venusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye plant. It has a number of medicinal benefits, including treating digestive issues, reducing inflammation, and treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Castilleja venusta is a bright yellow-orange color. It has a long, slender corolla tube and a two-lobed lower lip. The seed of Castilleja venusta is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Castilleja venusta are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja venusta is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Divide the clumps into several sections and replant in a new location.
Where to Find Castilleja venusta
Castilleja venusta is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and mountains.
Castilleja venusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja venusta?
Castilleja venusta
What is the common name of Castilleja venusta?
Venus Indian Paintbrush
What is the natural habitat of Castilleja venusta?
Dry, open areas, such as grasslands, chaparral, 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49763-2: 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].