Golden Paintbrush is a striking plant with bright yellow bracts that resemble a paintbrush. It is a hemiparasite, often relying on grasses for additional nutrients.
Best time to see a Golden Paintbrush
The best time to see a Golden Paintbrush is May, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,311 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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