Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Origin: USA (Arizona, California, New Mexico, Idaho), Mexico (Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua) below 5500 feet
Growth Habits: Annual, 1.5 to 2 feet tall (45-60 cm); alternate, pubescent leaves, 0.5 to 2 inches long, pinnately cleft into very narrow segments
Watering Needs: Very low
Propagation: Seeds
Many species of Castilleja are semi-parasite, and are then difficult to transplant without the host plant. The Purple owl's clover is one of the non parasitic species.
Blooming Habits:
Purple to rose flowers in spring, March through May
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