Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
saltensis
ID:
591194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 572 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590526



Common Names

  • Salt Indian Paintbrush
  • Salt Castilleja
  • Salt Prairie-fire


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Description

Castilleja saltensis (also called Salt Lake Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Orobanchaceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is native to western North America, growing in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja saltensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja saltensis is a bright yellow-green color, with a tubular shape and a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja saltensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Castilleja saltensis

Castilleja saltensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.

Castilleja saltensis FAQ

What are the common names of Castilleja saltensis?

Saltbush Indian Paintbrush, Saltbush Paintbrush

What is the scientific name of Castilleja saltensis?

Castilleja saltensis

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja saltensis?

It is native to western North America, where it grows in moist, open habitats, including meadows, grasslands, and streambanks.

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

Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49718-2: 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].