Andy's Rocky Mountain Wildflowers

Pale (Yellow) Paintbrush

Castilleja caudata

Also known as: Pale Indian Paintbrush Habitat: Occurs on stream banks, shores of lakes, and tundra.  Typical of southwest Yukon and north. Interest: Distinguished by few to several erect stems up to 30-40 cm tall.  Like all Castilleja species, this plant is partially parasitic, deriving some of the required nutrients from neighbouring plants. Location: Silver City, Kluane Lake, Yukon Date: June 30, 2007

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