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Indian paintbrush

 or paintbrush

Any plant of the genus Castilleja (snapdragon family), which contains about 200 species of partially or wholly parasitic wildflowers that obtain nourishment from the roots of other plants. The small, tubular, two-lipped flowers are surrounded by brightly coloured upper leaves, giving the plant the appearance of having been dipped in a pot of red, orange, yellow, pink, or white paint.


(graphics, tool)Paintbrush - A Microsoft Windows tool for creating bitmap graphics.


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POLICE went armed with paintbrushes to protect a community garden from mindless vandals.
DEDICATED DIYers should check out LG Harris' Premier range of paintbrushes and tools, which have ergonomic soft-grip handles designed for comfort, even when used for long periods.
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