Status:
valid
Authors:
Pennell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Notul. Nat. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 74: 5 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590622
Common Names
- Yellow-Haired Paintbrush
- Xanthotricha Paintbrush
- Castilleja xanthotricha
Description
Castilleja xanthotricha (also called Yellow-haired Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm in height. It has yellow-colored hairs on its stems and leaves, and its flowers are usually pink or white. It is native to the western and southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, open habitats, such as prairies and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Castilleja xanthotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Castilleja xanthotricha is a bright yellow-orange color. It has a short, slender corolla tube and a two-lobed lower lip. The seed of Castilleja xanthotricha is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Castilleja xanthotricha are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castilleja xanthotricha 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 xanthotricha
Castilleja xanthotricha can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.
Castilleja xanthotricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castilleja xanthotricha?
Castilleja xanthotricha
What is the common name of Castilleja xanthotricha?
Xanthotrichous Castilleja
What is the natural habitat of Castilleja xanthotricha?
It is native to the western United States.
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:49780-2: 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].