genus Castilleja

noun

1. genus of western North and South American perennials often partially parasitic on roots of grasses

   Synonyms

   • Castilleja, genus Castilleja, Castilleia, genus Castilleia

   Less specific

   • asterid dicot genus

   Members

   • Indian paintbrush, painted cup

   Member of

   • Scrophulariaceae, family Scrophulariaceae, figwort family, foxglove family