rhododendronrhododendron
genusgenusWoody plants ranging from compact shrubs to towering trees, celebrated for their spectacular clusters of bell-shaped flowers in vibrant colors. Their leathery, evergreen leaves create year-round interest and often feature interesting textures and patterns.
Etymology
The name 'Rhododendron' comes from ancient Greek, where 'rhodon' means 'rose' and 'dendron' means 'tree', literally translating to 'rose tree' due to their showy, rose-like blooms.
Interesting fact!
These plants have been so prized throughout history that wealthy Victorian-era plant hunters risked their lives exploring remote mountains just to discover new varieties.
All species of Rhododendron
rhododendronPulchrum
Beautiful rhododendron, Pink-to-white azalea, Changeable azalea.
rhododendronSimsii
Indian azalea, Indoor azalea, Florist's azalea.
rhododendronOldhamii
Oldham's azalea, Tropical rhododendron, Malaysian azalea.
rhododendronIndicum
Indoor azalea, Japanese azalea, Satsuki azalea.
rhododendronScabrum
Japanese rough-leaved rhododendron, Giant Japanese azalea, Rough rhododendron.
rhododendronKaempferi
Japanese azalea, Kaempfer azalea, Torch azalea.
rhododendronMucronatum
Snow azalea, White cascade azalea, Japanese snow azalea.
rhododendronObtusum
Kurume azalea, Japanese azalea, Hardy azalea.
rhododendronKiusianum
Kyushu azalea, Japanese dwarf azalea, Mountain azalea.
rhododendronPhoeniceum
Purple azalea, Chinese azalea, Phoenix azalea.
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