Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Castilleja

Species:

Castilleja elata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

red, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, butterflies

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days; surface sow on moist soil and keep warm after stratification.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash