Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
halophila
ID:
1540052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Singhurst, J.M.Egger, Mink & W.C.Holmes

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 102: 209 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021640



Common Names

  • Castilleja Halophila
  • Salt-loving Paintbrush
  • Halophila Paintbrush


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Description

Castilleja halophila (also called Salt-loving Castilleja, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in salt marshes and coastal areas. The leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small, round, and brown.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja halophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Castilleja halophila are small, yellow-green and appear in clusters. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja halophila is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. They can be divided in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Castilleja halophila

Castilleja halophila is native to the United States and can be found in the Great Basin.

Castilleja halophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja halophila?

Castilleja halophila

What is the family of Castilleja halophila?

Orobanchaceae

What is the habitat of Castilleja halophila?

Salt marshes and coastal areas

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77220391-1: 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].