Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
viscidula
ID:
591277

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 2(1): 297 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590609



Common Names

  • Viscidula Indian Paintbrush
  • Viscidula Paintbrush
  • Castilleja viscidula


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Description

Castilleja viscidula (also called Small-flowered Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm in height. It has small flowers, and its leaves are usually green or gray. It is native to the western and southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, open habitats, such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Castilleja viscidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye plant. It has a number of medicinal benefits, including treating digestive issues, reducing inflammation, and treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Castilleja viscidula is a bright yellow-orange color. It has a short, slender corolla tube and a two-lobed lower lip. The seed of Castilleja viscidula is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Castilleja viscidula are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja viscidula is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Divide the clumps into several sections and replant in a new location.

Where to Find Castilleja viscidula

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

Castilleja viscidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja viscidula?

Castilleja viscidula

What is the common name of Castilleja viscidula?

Viscid Paintbrush

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja viscidula?

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801201-1: 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].