Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Castilleja

Species:

Castilleja subinclusa var. jepsonii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, butterflies, native bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Hemiparasitic species may germinate more reliably when sown near host grasses. Light aids germination.

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