Lesser Paintbrush

Carried by 0 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Lesser Paintbrush (Castilleja minor ssp. minor) is a native annual herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in wet places, at elevations from 3900-7200 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Annual herb

Size

5 ft Tall

Color

Orange, Green

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Natural setting

Site type

Wet places

Plant communities

Sagebrush Scrub, Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 11 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Lesser Paintbrush

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