Wavyleaf Paintbrush
NameWavyleaf Paintbrush
Species NameCastilleja integra
Common NameWavyleaf Paintbrush
Container TypeNot applicable (wild plant)
Geographic Originnorth-america
Trunk FeaturesNone (herbaceous stem)
Foliage TypeHerbaceous, wavy, hairy bracts
Height (cm)0
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable (not a bonsai)
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThis is a wildflower, *Castilleja integra*, known for its bright red-orange bracts and hemiparasitic nature. It is not a bonsai specimen, therefore many bonsai-specific attributes are not applicable.
Description
This image depicts a Wavyleaf Paintbrush (*Castilleja integra*), a vibrant red-orange wildflower, not a bonsai specimen. It is characterized by its showy, leaf-like bracts that surround the true, inconspicuous flowers, and is typically found in arid regions.
