Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pavlovii
ID:
591115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rebrist.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1: 294 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590447



Common Names

  • Pavlovii Paintbrush
  • Pavlovii Indian Paintbrush
  • Pavlovii Castilleja


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Description

Castilleja pavlovii (also called 'Pavlov's Indian Paintbrush', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is found in dry meadows, sagebrush steppe, and montane grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja pavlovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja pavlovii has bright yellow flowers with red-tipped bracts. Its seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja pavlovii is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils in open meadows and woodlands. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Castilleja pavlovii

Castilleja pavlovii can be found in the western United States, in areas with dry, hot summers and cold winters.

Castilleja pavlovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja pavlovii?

Castilleja pavlovii

What is the common name of Castilleja pavlovii?

Pavlov's Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja pavlovii?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs 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

O.V. Rebristaya (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rebrist.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801097-1: 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].