Lesser Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja Minor) is a annual herb in the Orobanchaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Castilleja minor is an annual herb native to western North America, known for its slender stems and bright red-tipped green bracts forming spike-like clusters.