Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
tatuoi
ID:
406318

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai ex H.Hara

Source:
ksu

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Enum. Spermatophytarum Japon. 1: 54 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405650

Common Names

  • Tatuoi Rhododendron
  • Rhododendron Tatuoi
  • Tatuoi Rhododendron

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Description

Rhododendron tatuoi (also called 'Tatuoi 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 tatuoi 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 tatuoi has pink to white flowers, small, round seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron tatuoi 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 tatuoi

Rhododendron tatuoi is native to China.

Rhododendron tatuoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron tatuoi?

Rhododendron tatuoi

What is the common name of Rhododendron tatuoi?

Tatuo's Rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron tatuoi?

Rhododendron tatuoi is native to the Himalayas, from India to China

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