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Abronia umbellata
Abronia umbellata Lam.
Beach Sand Verbena, Pink Sand Verbena
Nyctaginaceae (Four O'clock Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: ABUM
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
Prostrate, trailing, with erect stems supporting dense, branched flower clusters.
Fragrant at night; attracts moths.
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Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Pink , PurpleBloom Time: Jan , Feb , Mar , Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov , Dec
Distribution
USA: CA , OR , WACanada: BC
Native Distribution: Pacific coast from British Columbia south to Baja California.
Native Habitat: Coastal dunes and scrub.
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: SunSoil Moisture: Dry
Find Seed or Plants
Find seed sources for this species at the Native Seed Network.
View propagation protocol from Native Plants Network.
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Native Seed Network - Corvallis, OR
Additional resources
USDA: Find Abronia umbellata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Abronia umbellata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Abronia umbellata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff