Epilobium canum
California Fuchsia, Hummingbird Trumpet
Other regional names: Zauschneria
- Zauschneria
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Onagraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Originating in North America, Epilobium canum (commonly known as California-fuchsia or Hummingbird Trumpet) is a shrub belonging to the Onagraceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Northwestern U.S.A., South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, California, Idaho, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Germany
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms