Hardul
Rhododendron campanulatum
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub. It grows 2.5 m high. The leaves are 5-10 cm long and 2.5-5 cm wide. They are oval and rough. There is a brown covering underneath. The flowers are in loose clusters at the ends of branches. They can be white, pale red or purple.
Where it is found
A temperate plant. In Tibet it grows between 3,100-4,300 m above sea level. In Rhodo gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas (country/location of origin), India, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, NW India, Pakistan, SE Asia, Sikkim, Tasmania, Tibet
How it is used for food
The flowers are edible and used to make drinks.
Edible parts
Flowers, nectar
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chimal, Kalma, Khama, Nilo chimal, Sarangad, Seti chimal, Syapu