Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
gandavense
ID:
401308

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Koch) Rehder

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Azaleas [E.H. Wilson & A. Rehder] 178 (1921).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400640

Common Names

  • Rhododendron gandavense
  • Gandavense Rhododendron
  • Gandavum Rhododendron

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Synonyms

  • Azalea gandavensis K.Koch [valid]
  • Azalea mortieriana Spae [valid]

Description

Rhododendron gandavense (also called Gandava Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It has leathery, evergreen leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron gandavense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as a hedge or screen, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron gandavense has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron gandavense is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 4 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings from the current season's growth in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Rhododendron gandavense

Rhododendron gandavense can be found in the Himalayas.

Rhododendron gandavense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron gandavense?

Rhododendron gandavense

Where is Rhododendron gandavense native to?

Japan

What is the growth habit of Rhododendron gandavense?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5 meters.

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