Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
liangshanicum
ID:
400625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.J.Zhao

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Sichuan Univ., Nat. Sci. Ed. 41: 1298 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399957

Common Names

  • Rhododendron liangshanicum
  • Liangshan Rhododendron
  • Liangshan Azalea

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Description

Rhododendron liangshanicum (also called “Liangshan Rhododendron”, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Himalayas. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and clusters of white, pink, or purple flowers. It is found in mountain forests and alpine meadows of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron liangshanicum is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate homes and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Rhododendron liangshanicum is white or pink with five petals. Seed is round and black. Seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron liangshanicum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m (6ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers in late spring or early summer. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.

Where to Find Rhododendron liangshanicum

Rhododendron liangshanicum is native to China, where it is found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.

Rhododendron liangshanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron liangshanicum?

Rhododendron liangshanicum

What is the common name of Rhododendron liangshanicum?

Liangshan Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron liangshanicum?

It is native to the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces 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