Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
sophistarum
ID:
749893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Blumea 56: 35 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749226

Common Names

  • Rhododendron sophistarum
  • Sophistarum Rhododendron
  • Sophistarum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Diplarche pauciflora Hook.f. & Thomson [valid]

Description

Rhododendron sophistarum (also called Sophistarum Rhododendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species of the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas. It grows in alpine meadows, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron sophistarum is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make tea. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron sophistarum has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings have thin stems and small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron sophistarum is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Rhododendron sophistarum

Rhododendron sophistarum is native to China, where it can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Rhododendron sophistarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron sophistarum?

Rhododendron sophistarum

What is the common name of Rhododendron sophistarum?

Sophistarum Rhododendron

What is the family of Rhododendron sophistarum?

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