Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
elegans
ID:
590840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malte

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 36: 187 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590172



Common Names

  • Elegant Paintbrush
  • Elegant Indian Paintbrush
  • Elegant Paintweed


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Description

Castilleja elegans (also called Elegant 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 elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja elegans has yellow-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 elegans 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 elegans

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

Castilleja elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja elegans?

Castilleja elegans

What type of plant is Castilleja elegans?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Orobanchaceae.

Where is Castilleja elegans found?

It is native to the western United States from California to Oregon.

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

Malte Oscar Malte (1880-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malte' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49480-2: 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].