Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
takanashianum
ID:
406325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sugim.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
J. Geobot. 22: 53 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405657

Common Names

  • Takanashi's Rhododendron
  • Takanashi's Azalea
  • Takanashi's Mountain Azalea

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Description

Rhododendron takanashianum (also called 'Takanashi Azalea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Japan, where it grows in forests and shrublands. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers with yellowish-green spots.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron takanashianum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron takanashianum has white or pink flowers, and its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron takanashianum is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Rhododendron takanashianum

Rhododendron takanashianum is native to Japan.

Rhododendron takanashianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron takanashianum?

Rhododendron takanashianum

What is the family of Rhododendron takanashianum?

Ericaceae

What is the origin of Rhododendron takanashianum?

Japan

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