Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier Flora -- Castilleja miniata -- (Scarlet Paintbrush)

presented by Susan McDougall


Castilleja miniata

This is a subalpine species, most often seen above 5,000 feet although occasionally lower. This is subspecies miniata.

Author: Susan McDougall
Skyline Trail, Mount Rainier National Park
GPS: 46.7897, -121.7266, 5334
Date: August 2, 2013
Castilleja miniata

This Paintbrush is distinguished by undivided leaves.The bracts are reddish and have small teeth.

Author: Susan McDougall
Skyline Trail, Mount Rainier National Park
GPS: 46.7897, -121.7266, 5334
Date: August 2, 2013

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