Rhododendron spinulosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulosum
ID:
406090
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hadden
Source:
ksu
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. ser. 3, 101: 190. 1937
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405422
Common Names
- Spinulosum Rhododendron
- Spinulosum Azalea
- Rhododendron Spinulosum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhododendron spinulosum (also called Spiny Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and grows in moist, acidic soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhododendron spinulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge or screen. It is also used to produce essential oils for perfumes and aromatherapy.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhododendron spinulosum has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhododendron spinulosum is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is best grown in moist, acidic soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Rhododendron spinulosum
Rhododendron spinulosum is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Rhododendron spinulosum FAQ
What is the ideal soil type for Rhododendron spinulosum?
Rhododendron spinulosum prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
What is the ideal temperature for Rhododendron spinulosum?
Rhododendron spinulosum prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.
What is the ideal light exposure for Rhododendron spinulosum?
Rhododendron spinulosum prefers partial shade.
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,