Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Bhattach.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Fasc. Fl. India 25:65. (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002496
Description
Rhododendron lohitense (also called Lohitense's rhododendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist, shady woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhododendron lohitense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhododendron lohitense has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two, dark green leaves.
Where to Find Rhododendron lohitense
Rhododendron lohitense is native to India and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Rhododendron lohitense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhododendron lohitense?
Rhododendron lohitense
What are the common names of Rhododendron lohitense?
Lohitense Rhododendron, Pink-White-White Rhododendron
What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron lohitense?
Rhododendron lohitense is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan and northern India
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