Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
fastigifolium
ID:
401490

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.H.Hume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Azaleas, Kinds & Culture : 28 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400822

Common Names

  • Rhododendron fastigifolium
  • Fastigifolium Rhododendron
  • Upright-leaved Rhododendron

Searching for Rhododendron fastigifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Azalea fastigifolia W.P.Lemmon [valid]

Description

Rhododendron fastigifolium (also called 'Upright-leaved Rhododendron', among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub with dark green leaves. It is native to China and is commonly found in woodlands and forests. It produces white to pink flowers in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron fastigifolium is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron fastigifolium has bell-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually dark green with small, oval leaves.

Searching for Rhododendron fastigifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron fastigifolium is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers acidic soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Rhododendron fastigifolium

Rhododendron fastigifolium can be found in the mountains of central and southern Japan, on the islands of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

Rhododendron fastigifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron fastigifolium?

Rhododendron fastigifolium

What is the common name of Rhododendron fastigifolium?

Upright-leaved Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron fastigifolium?

Mountainous regions of China

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

References

Harold Hume (1875-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.H.Hume' in the authors string.
W.P. Lemmon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Lemmon' in the authors string.