Taxon

Rhododendron hyperythrum

 
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Rhododendron hyperythrum - species of rhododendron
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Common name: species of rhododendron
Family: Ericaceae (heath family)
Distribution: Taiwan
IUCN Red list: Data deficient
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Evergreen shrub
Comments: An elepidote (large-leaf evergreen) rhododendron species distantly allied to Rhododendron brachycarpum, R. smirnowii and R. yakushimanum noted for its leathery 5-6" long leaves with strongly rolled-under edges. Trusses of 5-12, white, 2" wide flowers appear in May. These flowers can sometimes be spotted with purple giving a two-toned appearance. Plants grow as a dense, mounded shrub to 6 feet tall and wide.
Links: • Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN Taxonomy) • The Plant List

Locations

  • 1: PKW: AT07 (AT07) • Accession: D1997-0793.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: PKW: AT07 (AT07) • Accession: D2013-0679.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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