Castilleja hyperborea
Northern Indian Paintbrush, Northern Paintbrush
Also known as: Castilleja kuschei Eastw. +1 more
- Castilleja kuschei Eastw.
- Castilleja villosissima Pennell
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orobanchaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a hemiparasitic perennial.
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Castilleja hyperborea (commonly known as northern Indian paintbrush or Northern Paintbrush) is a parasitic plant belonging to the Orobanchaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions. It is part of the broad Castilleja genus, encompassing over 200 species globally.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Subarctic America, Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alaska, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Yukon