species 2,511 observations

Downy Painted-cup

Castilleja sessiliflora

Field notes

Supports All

14 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Baltimore Checkerspot, Gray Buckeye 2
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Golden Northern Bumble Bee, Yellow-fronted Bumble Bee, Oval-headed Sweat Bee, California Bumble Bee 12

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.