Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
591209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept. 2: 738 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590541



Common Names

  • Sessile-flowered Indian Paintbrush
  • Sessile-flowered Castilleja
  • Sessile-flowered Prairie-fire


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Synonyms

  • Castilleja sessiliflora sessiliflora [unknown]

Description

Castilleja sessiliflora (also called Sessile-flowered Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to western North America. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush. It has a hairy stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are bright yellow and have a distinctive, hairy calyx.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilleja sessiliflora has yellow to orange-yellow flowers with a white throat. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja sessiliflora is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a pot with a light, sandy soil mix. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Castilleja sessiliflora

Castilleja sessiliflora can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.

Castilleja sessiliflora FAQ

What are the common names of Castilleja sessiliflora?

Sessile-Flowered Indian Paintbrush, Sessile-Flowered Paintbrush

What is the scientific name of Castilleja sessiliflora?

Castilleja sessiliflora

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja sessiliflora?

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

Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801155-1: 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].