Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wightii
ID:
591281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 41: 322 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590613



Common Names

  • Wightii Indian Paintbrush
  • Wightii Paintbrush
  • Castilleja wightii


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Synonyms

  • Castilleja wightii wightii [unknown]

Description

Castilleja wightii (also called Wight's Indian Paintbrush, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm in height. It has hairy stems and leaves, and its flowers are usually pink or white. 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 wightii 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 wightii is a bright yellow-orange color. It has a short, slender corolla tube and a two-lobed lower lip. The seed of Castilleja wightii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Castilleja wightii are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilleja wightii 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 wightii

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

Castilleja wightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilleja wightii?

Castilleja wightii

What is the common name of Castilleja wightii?

Wight's Castilleja

What is the natural habitat of Castilleja wightii?

It is native to the western United States.

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

Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49772-2: 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].