Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
durangensis
ID:
590835

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 245 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590167



Common Names

  • Durango Paintbrush
  • Durango Indian Paintbrush
  • Durango Paintweed


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Description

Castilleja durangensis (also called Durango 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 durangensis is used as an ornamental plant, for ground cover, and as a houseplant. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, as well as its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja durangensis has yellow-orange to red-orange flowers with a white throat and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny. Seedlings are usually hairy and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja durangensis is a perennial herb that grows in dry, open areas. It is native to California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Castilleja durangensis

Castilleja durangensis can be found in the Mexican state of Durango.

Castilleja durangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja durangensis?

Castilleja durangensis

What is the common name of Castilleja durangensis?

Durango Paintbrush

What is the habitat of Castilleja durangensis?

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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301639-2: 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].