Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
longiflora
ID:
591001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 16: 312 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590333



Common Names

  • Long-flowered Indian Paintbrush
  • Long-flowered Castilleja
  • Long-flowered Owl's Clover


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Description

Castilleja longiflora (also called longflower Indian paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, two-lipped flowers that are usually red, yellow, or orange. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja longiflora is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja longiflora is a bright yellow-orange color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja longiflora is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best propagated by seed, which 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 longiflora

Castilleja longiflora is native to the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Montana and Wyoming.

Castilleja longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja longiflora?

Castilleja longiflora

What is the common name of Castilleja longiflora?

Longflower paintbrush

What is the habitat of Castilleja longiflora?

Dry slopes, ridges, and open woods

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

Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801036-1: 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].