Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
jacksonii
ID:
401366

Status:
valid

Authors:
auct.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Natl. Hort. France V, 2: 217 1929

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400698

Common Names

  • Jackson's Rhododendron
  • Jackson's Azalea
  • Jackson's Rosebay

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Description

Rhododendron jacksonii (also called 'Jackson's 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 jacksonii 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 jacksonii has white, pink or purple flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron jacksonii 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 jacksonii

Rhododendron jacksonii can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China and Tibet.

Rhododendron jacksonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron jacksonii?

Rhododendron jacksonii

What is the common name of Rhododendron jacksonii?

Jackson's Rhododendron

What is the family of Rhododendron jacksonii?

Ericaceae

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