Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Yamaz
Source:
ksu
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 51: 31 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400816
Common Names
- Rhododendron enomotoi
- Enomotoi Rhododendron
- Enomoto's Rhododendron
Description
Rhododendron enomotoi (also called 'Enomoto's Rhododendron' and 'Enomoto's Azalea', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It has small, oblong-lanceolate leaves with a glossy surface, and its flowers are white or pale pink. It prefers moist, acidic soils and is often found in woodlands and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Rhododendron enomotoi is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhododendron enomotoi has bell-shaped flowers that are usually pink or white in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually dark green with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhododendron enomotoi is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with leathery, dark green leaves. It prefers partial shade and acidic, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Rhododendron enomotoi
Rhododendron enomotoi can be found in the mountains of central and southern Japan, on the islands of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.
Rhododendron enomotoi FAQ
What is the common name of Rhododendron enomotoi?
Enomoto's Rhododendron
What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron enomotoi?
It is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
What is the average size of Rhododendron enomotoi?
It typically grows to a height of 2–4 m (6 ft 7 in–13 ft 1 in).
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