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Castilleja minor ssp. minor Marsh Indian paintbrush

Previous scientific name(s): Castilleja exilis

Formerly known as Castilleja exilis. An attractive annual paintbrush that thrives in wet, saline or alkaline meadows. Red bracts are visible from a distance. Recommended for sites with high water tables, heavy soils and high pH.

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Species Attributes

Height:

12 - 32 in.

Life Form:

Annual

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

Moderate - High - Wetland Adapted

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Not Adapted

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Best

Fine:

Average

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Average

Basic:

Best

Seeding Rate:

1 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

12.00 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

4,586,000

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Summer

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Red

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