Status:
valid
Authors:
Sugim.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
J. Geobot. 22(4): 53. 1975
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400411
Common Names
- Rhododendron ashitakayamense
- Ashitaka Rhododendron
- Ashitaka Azalea
Description
Rhododendron ashitakayamense (also called 'Ashitaka Rhododendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhododendron ashitakayamense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to create hedges and screens. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating colds, coughs, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhododendron ashitakayamense has white or pink flowers, small seeds, and seedlings that are slow-growing and require a lot of shade.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhododendron ashitakayamense is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet (2.5 m) tall. It prefers partial shade and acidic, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Rhododendron ashitakayamense
Rhododendron ashitakayamense is native to the Himalayas and can be found in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. It is also found in parts of China.
Rhododendron ashitakayamense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhododendron ashitakayamense?
Rhododendron ashitakayamense
What is the common name of Rhododendron ashitakayamense?
Ashitakayamense Rhododendron
What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron ashitakayamense?
Rhododendron ashitakayamense is found in the alpine regions of Japan
Species in the Rhododendron genus
Rhododendron atjehense,
Rhododendron bamaense,
Rhododendron bellissimum,
Rhododendron brachyantherum,
Rhododendron chamberlainii,
Rhododendron eheinense,
Rhododendron huanshanense,
Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum,
Rhododendron ignicolor,
Rhododendron liangshanicum,
Rhododendron linearifolium,
Rhododendron lohitense,
Rhododendron nantauense,
Rhododendron orientale,
Rhododendron pangeanum,
Rhododendron patuergensis,
Rhododendron rimicola,
Rhododendron rubrantherum,
Rhododendron sajanense,
Rhododendron shaoakouense,
Rhododendron sophistarum,
Rhododendron Azaleastrum,
Rhododendron Choniastrum,
Rhododendron Hymenanthes,
Rhododendron Rhododendron,
Rhododendron Vireya,
Rhododendron taichungianum,
Rhododendron taitungalpinum,
Rhododendron ungeonticum,
Rhododendron viscigemmatum,
Rhododendron wuyishanicum,
Rhododendron xishuiense,
Rhododendron yakushimanum,
Rhododendron zekoense,
Rhododendron zhangjiajieense,
Rhododendron albescens,
Rhododendron albicans,
Rhododendron alstroemerioides,
Rhododendron altaclerense,
Rhododendron amoenum,
Rhododendron anneliesae,
Rhododendron arbutifolium,
Rhododendron ashitakayamense,
Rhododendron balsaminiflorum,
Rhododendron bungonishikii,
Rhododendron burjaticum,
Rhododendron cartonianum,
Rhododendron cavronii,
Rhododendron chamaezelum,
Rhododendron chlorops,
Species in the Ericaceae family