Botanical Name

Epilobium canum

Commonly known as California Fuchsia

Epilobium canum (California Fuchsia)
Perennial

Low mounds of gray foliage are covered in tubular red-orange flowers in late summer.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
Aug to Oct
USDA Zones
8-10
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
12-24"
Bloom Colors
RedOrange
Native Species Hummingbird Magnet Low Maintenance
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About This Name

Epilobium canum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify California Fuchsia unambiguously. The genus Epilobium places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for California Fuchsia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Epilobium canum will give you the most precise results.