Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
viscigemmatum
ID:
1230524

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.C.Tam

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Survey Gen. Rhododendron S. China : 107 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229862

Common Names

  • Viscid-Gemmate Rhododendron
  • Rhododendron viscigemmatum
  • Rhododendron viscigemmatum

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Description

Rhododendron viscigemmatum (also called Viscigemmate Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to China. It is an evergreen shrub, growing to 3 m tall, with white flowers. It is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron viscigemmatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhododendron viscigemmatum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron viscigemmatum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings taken in the summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a sandy, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Rhododendron viscigemmatum

Rhododendron viscigemmatum is native to China and is found in forests and scrub at elevations of 1000-3000m.

Rhododendron viscigemmatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhododendron viscigemmatum?

Rhododendron viscigemmatum

What is the common name of Rhododendron viscigemmatum?

Viscigemmatum rhododendron

What is the natural habitat of Rhododendron viscigemmatum?

It is found in the Himalayas, Tibet, and 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