Rhododendron hyperythrum

Rhododendron hyperythrum (微笑杜鹃, wei xiao du juan) is a Rhododendron species endemic to north-central Taiwan at 900–1,200 m (3,000–3,900 ft) altitude. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 2.5 m (8.2 ft) in size,[1] with leathery leaves, elliptic-lanceolate to oblong-lanceolate, 7–12 × 2–3.5 cm in size. The flowers are unusual in being pure white.

Rhododendron hyperythrum
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Rhododendron
Species:
R. hyperythrum
Binomial name
Rhododendron hyperythrum

The plant remains compact in size, and flowers profusely, making it a popular subject for small gardens.[1]

References

  1. "Rhododendron hyperythrum". Trees and Shrubs Online. International Dendrology Society. Retrieved 22 April 2021.

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