Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Rhododendron

Species:

Rhododendron arizelum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

1200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, pink, yellow

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★★☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–90 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 1–3 months; surface sow on moist, acidic medium and keep cool.

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