Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lebgueana
ID:
590976

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76: 406 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590308



Common Names

  • Lebgueana Indian Paintbrush
  • Lebgueana Paintbrush
  • Castilleja lebgueana


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Description

Castilleja lebgueana (also called Lebgue's owl's clover, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, two-lipped flowers that are usually yellow or orange. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja lebgueana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja lebgueana is a bright yellow-orange color and is tubular in shape. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped, bright green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja lebgueana is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is best propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in the fall and lightly covered with soil. The plants will germinate in the spring and should be transplanted to their permanent location in the summer. The plants require full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Castilleja lebgueana

Castilleja lebgueana is native to Mexico.

Castilleja lebgueana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja lebgueana?

Castilleja lebgueana

What is the common name of Castilleja lebgueana?

Lebgue's Indian Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja lebgueana?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows in the western United States

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:306693-2: 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].