Scrophulariaceae Castilleja affinis Hook. & Arn.
Indian Paintbrush
Hopi - Other, Decorations
Use documented by:
Fewkes, J. Walter, 1896, A Contribution to Ethnobotany, American Anthropologist 9:14-21, page 19
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Castilleja affinis Hook. & Arn.
Scientific name: Castilleja affinis Hook. & Arn.
USDA symbol: CAAFA2 (
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Common names: Indian Paintbrush
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Hopi
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Used by maidens to deck their hair on holiday occasions.
RECRD: 4746 id: 8450