Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ctenodonta
ID:
590816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 581 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590148



Common Names

  • Castilleja ctenodonta
  • Ctenodonta Indian Paintbrush
  • Ctenodonta Castilleja


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Description

Castilleja ctenodonta (also called comb-toothed paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has bright yellow flowers and grows in open, grassy areas. It is often found in meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja ctenodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Castilleja ctenodonta var. altorum (Standl. & Steyerm.) J.M.Egger
Castilleja ctenodonta var. ctenodonta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja ctenodonta is a bright yellow, tubular-shaped flower with a hairy calyx. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja ctenodonta can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and the seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. Cuttings of side shoots can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a cold frame. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain their vigour.

Where to Find Castilleja ctenodonta

Castilleja ctenodonta can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Castilleja ctenodonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja ctenodonta?

Castilleja ctenodonta

What is the common name of Castilleja ctenodonta?

Comb-toothed Paintbrush

What is the habitat of Castilleja ctenodonta?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as chaparral, grassland, 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

Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49465-2: 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].