Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tenuiflora
ID:
591247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 22 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590579



Common Names

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


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Description

Castilleja tenuiflora (also called Slender-flowered 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 tenuiflora is used as a dye plant, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Castilleja tenuiflora var. xylorrhiza (Eastw.) G.L.Nesom
Castilleja tenuiflora var. tancitaroana (G.L.Nesom) J.M.Egger
Castilleja tenuiflora var. tenuiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja tenuiflora 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 tenuiflora 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 tenuiflora

Castilleja tenuiflora is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and mountains.

Castilleja tenuiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja tenuiflora?

Castilleja tenuiflora

What is the common name of Castilleja tenuiflora?

Slender-flowered Indian Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja tenuiflora?

Dry, open areas, such as grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801179-1: 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].