Early Indian paintbrush

Early Indian paintbrush

Castilleja applegatei ssp. martinii

Highly variable, drought tolerant native perennial with scarlet red or yellow bract flowers, blooming April to September. Occurs from valleys to foothills in dry open greasewood, sagebrush, pine and oak woodlands; up to 12,000 ft. elevation. Root-parasitic on other plants. Attracts hummingbirds. 

Growing Region
  • Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West

Species Attributes

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