Rhododendron yungchangense
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 1 m tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and 7-10 cm long by 3-4 cm wide. They are pale grey-green underneath. Flowers are in groups of 2-4. They are funnel shaped and white or pale red.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows on valleys sides and cliffs between 2,100-2,500 m above sea level. In Yunnan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flowers