Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
yakushimanum
ID:
406204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 35: 135 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405536

Common Names

  • Rhododendron yakushimanum
  • Yakushimanum Rhododendron
  • Yakushimanum

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Synonyms

  • Rhododendron degronianum yakushimanum (Nakai) H.Hara & T.Yamanaka [valid]
  • Rhododendron degronianum yakushimanum (Nakai) Kitam. [valid]
  • Rhododendron metternichii yakushimanum (Nakai) Sugim. [valid]
  • Rhododendron metternichii yakushimanum (Nakai) Ohwi [valid]

Description

Rhododendron yakushimanum (also called Yakushima Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Japan and is found in montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1.5 m tall, with leathery leaves that are oblong to lanceolate, and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhododendron yakushimanum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes. The leaves of Rhododendron yakushimanum can be used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhododendron yakushimanum var. intermedium (Sugim.) T.Yamaz
Rhododendron yakushimanum var. kyomaruense (T.Yamaz) T.Yamaz
Rhododendron yakushimanum var. yakushimense

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhododendron yakushimanum has white or pink flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are upright and bushy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhododendron yakushimanum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with a compact, rounded habit. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a sheltered, partially shaded position in well-drained, acidic soil. It is frost tolerant.

Where to Find Rhododendron yakushimanum

Rhododendron yakushimanum is native to the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.

Rhododendron yakushimanum FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Rhododendron yakushimanum?

Rhododendron yakushimanum prefers a soil pH of 4.5 to 6.5.

What type of light does Rhododendron yakushimanum prefer?

Rhododendron yakushimanum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Rhododendron yakushimanum be watered?

Rhododendron yakushimanum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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