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Definition of indian paintbrush

indian paintbrush

Plural:indian paintbrushes
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North American Any of numerous hemiparasitic plants of the genus Castilleja, native primarily to western North America, characterized by striking, brilliantly colored bracts (often red, orange, or yellow) that conceal the actual small flowers and look like brushes dipped in paint.

Example

"As we hiked through the subalpine meadows of Wyoming, the vibrant red stalks of Indian paintbrush stood out vividly against the surrounding greenery."

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Indian paintbrush. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/indian-paintbrush
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