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Rhododendron decorum subsp. diaprepes

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. The leaves are oblong and 12-19 cm long by 5-11 cm wide. The base is rounded. The flowers are pinkish white.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in forests between 1,700-3,300 m above sea level in China. In Sichuan and Yunnan. In Rhodo gardens.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China (country/location of origin), Myanmar, SE Asia, Tasmania, Vietnam


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Flowers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Doquyen xinh

Synonyms

Rhododendron diaprepes Balf.f. & W. W. Sm; Rhododendron rasile Balf. & W. W. Sm.;