Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens
northwestern paintbrush
Family: Orobanchaceae · Type: Herb · Native
Conservation status: CNPS 4.3
Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens (northwestern paintbrush) is a native California herb in the Orobanchaceae family.
Habitat and range
Elevation: 1310-2590 m
Bloom period
Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens blooms (Apr)May-Jul.
Conservation status
CNPS 4.3
Frequently asked questions
Is Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens native to California?
Yes. Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens bloom?
Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens blooms (Apr)May-Jul.
What plant family does Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens belong to?
Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens is in the Orobanchaceae family, genus Castilleja.
Is Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens rare or endangered?
Castilleja angustifolia var. flavescens carries California Rare Plant Rank 4.3, state rank S3.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Last updated 2026-10-08
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