Wavyleaf Paintbrush is a vibrant plant with wavy-edged leaves and bright red bracts that resemble paintbrushes. It is a hemiparasitic plant, often found growing alongside other species.
Habitat
It is found in open meadows and rocky slopes.
Diet
The plant derives nutrients from the roots of neighboring plants and is pollinated by hummingbirds.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Wavyleaf Paintbrush
The best time to see a Wavyleaf Paintbrush is May–July, when about 78% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,785 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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