Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
hypoleucophyllum
ID:
401392

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino ex H.Hara

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Enum. Spermatophytarum Japon. 1: 33 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400724

Common Names

  • Rhododendron Hypoleucophyllum
  • Hypoleucophyllum Rhododendron
  • White-Leaved Rhododendron

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

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum (also called 'Hypoleucophyllum 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 hypoleucophyllum 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 hypoleucophyllum has white flowers with a yellow blotch in the center. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum 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 hypoleucophyllum

Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.

Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum?

Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum

What is the common name of Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum?

Hypoleucophyllum Rhododendron

What is the hardiness zone of Rhododendron hypoleucophyllum?

Zone 6-9

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