Rhododendron hypenanthum

Family: Ericaceae

What it is like

An evergreen shrub. It grows 40 cm high. It has an aroma. The branches are rough and scaly. The leaves are narrowly oval and 1-3 cm long. They are rough on top and have brown scales underneath. The flowers are pale yellow or dull white. They have a scent.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows between 3000-4500 m altitude in Uttar Pradesh in India.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, India, Nepal, Northeastern India, Pakistan, Sikkim, Tibet

How it is used for food

The leaves are used as a substitute for tea.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rhododendron anthopogon subsp. hypenanthum (Balf.f.) Cullen;