Hummingbird Trumpet

(Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium)

Hummingbird Trumpet (Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium)

Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium image

Kurt Stüber

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Estimated Native Range

Summary

Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium, commonly known as Hummingbird Trumpet, is an evergreen shrub native to chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and dry slopes in California and Baja California. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters). The plant has a sprawling habit with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. Its vibrant orange to red tubular flowers bloom profusely in the summer and fall, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Hummingbird Trumpet is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to attract wildlife. It is often used in xeriscaping, native plant gardens, and as a ground cover or border plant. This shrub thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils; it is adaptable to different soil types but requires good drainage. While it is low-maintenance, occasional pruning can help maintain a compact form. It is generally disease-resistant but can be susceptible to fungal infections if overwatered. Hummingbird Trumpet is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Shrub
Height: 1-2 feet
Width: 2-3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Color: Orange, Red
Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low, Medium
Drainage: Medium

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Native to chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and dry slopes in California and Baja California

Other Names

Common Names:

Scientific Names: Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium , Zauschneria californica , Zauschneria californica subsp. californica , Zauschneria californica subsp. angustifolia , Zauschneria californica var. californica , Zauschneria californica var. typica , Zauschneria californica subsp. typica

GBIF Accepted Name: Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolium (D.D.Keck) P.H.Raven