Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
elata
ID:
590839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Piper

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 50: 201 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590171



Common Names

  • Elate Paintbrush
  • Elate Indian Paintbrush
  • Elate Paintweed


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Description

Castilleja elata (also called Elate Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb growing up to 8 inches tall. It has bright yellow to orange flowers and is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and sagebrush scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja elata 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 elata 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 elata 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 elata

Castilleja elata can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Nevada and Utah.

Castilleja elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja elata?

Castilleja elata

What is the common name of Castilleja elata?

Tall Paintbrush

What is the habitat of Castilleja elata?

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

Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800943-1: 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].