Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
dimidiatum
ID:
401405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 11: 54 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400737

Common Names

  • Rhododendron Dimidiatum
  • Dimidiatum Rhododendron
  • Dimidiatum Azalea

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Description

Rhododendron dimidiatum (also called 'Dimidiate Rhododendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Himalayas. It has small, glossy leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in cool, moist climates in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron dimidiatum is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. The plant is also used to make jams, jellies, and wine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron dimidiatum has white or pinkish flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron dimidiatum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. It is best to take cuttings from the current season's growth.

Where to Find Rhododendron dimidiatum

Rhododendron dimidiatum can be found in the temperate regions of the Himalayas and the mountains of China, Japan, and Korea.

Rhododendron dimidiatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron dimidiatum?

Rhododendron dimidiatum

What is the common name of Rhododendron dimidiatum?

Half-leaved Rhododendron

What is the family of Rhododendron dimidiatum?

Ericaceae

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