Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
sochadzeae
ID:
406145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kharadze & Davlian.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 27: 84 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405477

Common Names

  • Sochadze's Azalea
  • Sochadze's Rhododendron
  • Sochadze's Rosebay

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Description

Rhododendron sochadzeae (also called Sochadze's Rhododendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4m in height. It has leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaves that are up to 8cm long. Native to China, it is found in forests, woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron sochadzeae is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Himalayas and is used as an ornamental shrub. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads, jams, and jellies. The plant is also used to make a tea which is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron sochadzeae has white flowers with pink spots, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron sochadzeae can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sterile, medium and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a medium of equal parts of peat and perlite. Layering is done in late summer or early fall and the rooted stem should be separated from the parent plant in the spring.

Where to Find Rhododendron sochadzeae

Rhododendron sochadzeae is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Rhododendron sochadzeae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron sochadzeae?

Rhododendron sochadzeae

What is the common name of Rhododendron sochadzeae?

Sochadze's Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron sochadzeae?

Forests, shrubberies, and alpine meadows

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

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-50314981: Originally associated with wfo-0001281711
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50314981: Originally associated with wfo-0001281711
Anna Lukianovna Kharadze (1905-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kharadze' in the authors string.
M.T. Davlianidze (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davlian.' in the authors string.