Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
bungonishikii
ID:
401140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Komastsu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 32: (46) (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400472

Common Names

  • Rhododendron Bungonishikii
  • Dwarf Rhododendron
  • Alpine Rose

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Description

Rhododendron bungonishikii (also called 'Kurume Azalea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-4 feet and has white to pink flowers. It is native to Japan and is found in mountainous areas and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron bungonishikii is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron bungonishikii has white flowers with a yellow blotch at the base of each petal. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron bungonishikii is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can also be propagated from layering or division of the rootball.

Where to Find Rhododendron bungonishikii

Rhododendron bungonishikii can be found in the Himalayas, in Nepal, Bhutan, and India.

Rhododendron bungonishikii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron bungonishikii?

Rhododendron bungonishikii

What is the common name of Rhododendron bungonishikii?

Bungonishiki Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron bungonishikii?

Rhododendron bungonishikii is native to the Himalayas and is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

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