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Magenta Paintbrush

Castilleja Parviflora

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Overview

The Magenta Paintbrush, Castilleja parviflora, is a perennial herb noted for its vibrant bracts resembling brushstrokes of magenta paint. Thriving in well-drained, sandy soils, it reaches 8 to 20 inches in height. This native wildflower prefers full sun to partial shade and blooms from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators. It is hardy and adds a burst of color to rock gardens and alpine settings in USDA zones 4-8.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–8
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — is a perennial herb noted for its vibrant bracts resembling brushstrokes of magenta paint

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Orobanchaceae

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Photos (79)

Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — This plant typically flourishes at elevations between 2,500 and 10,000 feet; which are often mistaken, image 74
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — is a perennial wildflower that brings a vibrant splash of color to any landscape design; it requires, image 72
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — the actual flowers of the Magenta Paintbrush are small and greenish; is a perennial herb noted for its, image 76
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — which are often mistaken for petals; thus supporting the local pollinator population, image 75
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — nestled within the colorful bracts; this plant typically flourishes at elevations between 2,500 and, image 77
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — this species reaches a modest height of about 8 to 20 inches; perennial for full, image 79
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — The foliage is a bright green and lance-shaped, providing a lush backdrop for the vivid floral, image 78

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