Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
406291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. [Sweet], ed. 2. 343. 1830

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405623

Common Names

  • Rhododendron tricolor
  • Tricolour Rhododendron
  • Tricolor Rhododendron

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Description

Rhododendron tricolor (also called Three-colored Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and clusters of white, pink, or purple flowers. It prefers moist, acidic soils and is often found growing in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron tricolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron tricolor has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron tricolor is an evergreen, perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Rhododendron tricolor

Rhododendron tricolor can be found in moist, shady areas in temperate and subtropical regions.

Rhododendron tricolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron tricolor?

Rhododendron tricolor

What is the common name of Rhododendron tricolor?

Tricolor Rhododendron

What type of plant is Rhododendron tricolor?

Shrub

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