Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
furbishii
ID:
401464

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.H.Hume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Azaleas: Kinds Cult. 28. 1948

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400796

Common Names

  • Furbishii Rhododendron
  • Rhododendron Furbishii
  • Furbishii Rhododendron

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Description

Rhododendron furbishii (also called 'Furbish's Rhododendron' and 'Furbish'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 furbishii 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 furbishii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron furbishii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer.

Where to Find Rhododendron furbishii

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

Rhododendron furbishii FAQ

What is the common name of Rhododendron furbishii?

Furbish's Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron furbishii?

It is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

What is the average size of Rhododendron furbishii?

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

References

John Gill Lemmon (1832-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lemmon' in the authors string.
J.A. McKay: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McKay' in the authors string.
Harold Hume (1875-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.H.Hume' in the authors string.