Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
exserta
ID:
590851

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Heller) T.I.Chuang & Heckard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 16: 657 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590183



Common Names

  • Exserted Paintbrush
  • Exserted Indian Paintbrush
  • Exserted Paintweed


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Description

Castilleja exserta (also called Exserted 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 exserta 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Castilleja exserta var. latifolia (S.Watson) J.M.Egger
Castilleja exserta var. venusta (A.Heller) J.M.Egger
Castilleja exserta var. exserta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja exserta 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 exserta 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 exserta

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

Castilleja exserta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja exserta?

Castilleja exserta

What type of plant is Castilleja exserta?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja exserta?

Grasslands

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

Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.
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:963256-1: 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].