Alpine rose
Rhododendron ferrugineum
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 1 m tall. The leaves have rusty brown spots underneath. The flowers are pinkish-red and bell shaped.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Alps, Andorra, Europe
How it is used for food
The flowers are the source of a light mild honey. The plant itself is toxic.
Edible parts
Flowers - honey, caution
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Azalea ferruginea (L.) Kuntze; Chamaerhodendron ferrugineum (L.) Bubani; Plinthocroma ferrugineum (L.) Dulac;