Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
alpicola
ID:
590691

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.I.Chuang & Heckard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 17: 420 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590023



Common Names

  • Castilleja alpicola
  • Alpicola
  • Alpicola Indian Paintbrush


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Description

Castilleja alpicola (also called Alpine Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a branching stem and small, tubular flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja alpicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Castilleja alpicola flower is bright yellow, with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja alpicola can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Castilleja alpicola

Castilleja alpicola is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Castilleja alpicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja alpicola?

Castilleja alpicola

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja alpicola?

Castilleja alpicola is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What is the size of Castilleja alpicola?

Castilleja alpicola is a small, twining vine that can reach up to 2 meters in length.

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

Tsan Iang Chuang (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.I.Chuang' in the authors string.
Lawrence Ray Heckard (1923-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heckard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302487-2: 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].