Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mexicana
ID:
591021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 404 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590353



Common Names

  • Mexican Indian Paintbrush
  • Mexican Castilleja
  • Mexican-leaved Indian Paintbrush


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Description

Castilleja mexicana (also called Mexican Paintbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and hairy stems. It has bright yellow-orange flowers and is native to the western United States, growing in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja mexicana 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 mexicana is a yellowish-green, tubular flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja mexicana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants prefer full sun and should be spaced 18-24 inches apart.

Where to Find Castilleja mexicana

Castilleja mexicana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Castilleja mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja mexicana?

Castilleja mexicana

What is the common name of Castilleja mexicana?

Mexican Indian Paintbrush

Where is Castilleja mexicana found?

It is found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49599-2: 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].