Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
subalpina
ID:
591229

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 584 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590561



Common Names

  • Subalpine Indian Paintbrush
  • Subalpine Castilleja
  • Subalpine Owl's Clover


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Description

Castilleja subalpina (also called Subalpine 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 subalpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja subalpina is a tubular shape with a yellowish-orange color. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja subalpina 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 subalpina

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

Castilleja subalpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja subalpina?

Castilleja subalpina

What is the common name of Castilleja subalpina?

Subalpine Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja subalpina?

Dry slopes and ridges in the chaparral and yellow pine forest of California

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:49739-2: 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].