Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tapeinoclada
ID:
591241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 285 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590573



Common Names

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


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Description

Castilleja tapeinoclada (also called Slender Owl's-clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in open forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja tapeinoclada 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 tapeinoclada is a bright yellow-orange color and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja tapeinoclada is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Castilleja tapeinoclada

Castilleja tapeinoclada can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Castilleja tapeinoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja tapeinoclada?

Castilleja tapeinoclada

What is the common name of Castilleja tapeinoclada?

Tapeinoclada Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja tapeinoclada?

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

Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49747-2: 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].