Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
cavronii
ID:
403952

Status:
valid

Authors:
André

Source:
ksu

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 57: 60 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403284

Common Names

  • Rhododendron cavronii
  • Cavron's Rhododendron
  • Cavron's Azalea

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Description

Rhododendron cavronii (also called Cavron's Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron cavronii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for erosion control and water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron cavronii has white flowers with a yellow blotch at the center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron cavronii is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Rhododendron cavronii

Rhododendron cavronii can be found in the Himalayas.

Rhododendron cavronii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron cavronii?

Rhododendron cavronii

What is the family of Rhododendron cavronii?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Rhododendron cavronii?

Cavron's Rhododendron

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