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Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja linariifolia) State Flower of Wyoming Print
Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja linariifolia) State Flower of Wyoming Print
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Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja linariifolia)
State Flower of Wyoming
Symbolism: Creativity, Courage, The Fire Within
The torch-like towers of the Indian Paintbrush don the color of fire, also referred to as “Prairie Fire” or the “Painted Lady”. The edible bracts (modified leaves which are often confused as petals) hold the colors of a trapped sunset.
They were long used by Native Americans to treat rheumatism and make red dye. The Menominee people even used it for a love charm, and, that said, certainly charms pollinators with their bright hues and sweet nectar.
As legend has it, the Great Spirit saw a young artist entranced by a sunset but saw them grow frustrated as they tried and failed to capture its true color. As a gift, the Great Spirit dipped an enchanted paint brush into the sky and it became the brilliant hues which the young artist sought. As they painted the horizon, they left behind streaks across the plains, and from those enchanted spots, the Indian Paintbrush bloomed.
State Flower of Wyoming
Symbolism: Creativity, Courage, The Fire Within
The torch-like towers of the Indian Paintbrush don the color of fire, also referred to as “Prairie Fire” or the “Painted Lady”. The edible bracts (modified leaves which are often confused as petals) hold the colors of a trapped sunset.
They were long used by Native Americans to treat rheumatism and make red dye. The Menominee people even used it for a love charm, and, that said, certainly charms pollinators with their bright hues and sweet nectar.
As legend has it, the Great Spirit saw a young artist entranced by a sunset but saw them grow frustrated as they tried and failed to capture its true color. As a gift, the Great Spirit dipped an enchanted paint brush into the sky and it became the brilliant hues which the young artist sought. As they painted the horizon, they left behind streaks across the plains, and from those enchanted spots, the Indian Paintbrush bloomed.
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