Taxon

Rhododendron flammeum

Rhododendron flammeum - Oconee azalea
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Common name: Oconee azalea
Family: Ericaceae (heath family)
Synonym: Rhododendron speciosum
Distribution: s.e. United States
Habitat: Open dry woods, slopes and ridges, stream bluffs; 20-500 m
IUCN Red list: Vulnerable
Hardiness: USDA Zone 6
Life form: Deciduous shrub/Subshrub
NatureServe Rank: G3 - Vulnerable
IUCN Red List code: VU C1+2a(i)
Comments: This native species of azalea grows 6-8 feet tall and wide, and produces bright yellow to orange-red flowers that bloom in clusters in spring. It's effective when planted in masses in mixed borders or in woodland/shade gardens. Needs protection from deer.
Links: • Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN Taxonomy) • NatureServe Explorer • USDA PLANTS Database - US Department of Agriculture • World Flora Online

Locations

  • 1: AZA: BA18 (BA18) • Accession: D2016-0119.002 • Origin: United States of America • Provenance: Wild of Known Origin
  • 2: AZA: BD14 (BD14) • Accession: D2015-0787.001 • Origin: United States of America • Provenance: Cultivated of Known wild Origin
  • 3: • Accession: D2015-0797.006 • Provenance: Cultivated of Known wild Origin
  • 4: STU: AT08 (AT08) • Accession: D2015-0797.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Known wild Origin
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