Castilleja grisea — a medium houseplant
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Castilleja grisea

Castilleja Grisea

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Castilleja grisea is a rare species of Indian paintbrush known by the common name San Clemente Island Indian paintbrush. It is endemic to San Clemente Island, one of the Channel Islands of California. San Clemente Island is owned by the US Navy so the Navy is involved in a management program to recover this species.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Castilleja Grisea.

Pruning

Prune the San Clemente Island Indian Paintbrush in early spring to promote growth and flowering. Begin by removing any dead stems, then thin out congested areas to improve air circulation. Be sure to use sterilized tools to prevent the spread of disease. Regular pruning helps maintain a healthy shape and encourages abundant, vigorous blooms.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Castilleja
Family
Orobanchaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en San Clemente Island Indian paintbrush en San Clemente Island Paintbrush
PLATES
Castilleja grisea flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Castilleja grisea habit
PLATE 02 · habit
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