Rhododendron micromalayanum

Native to:: Borneo | Indonesia

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Taxonomy

Division:: Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:: Ericaceae
Genus:: Rhododendron
Species:: Rhododendron micromalayanum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:: Epiphyte
Height:: 300 cm
Drought Tolerance:: Low
Bloom Colors:: pink, white
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

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Propagation & Germination

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Requires light or the seed is very fine. Surface sow and expose to light. * sprinkle seed on 10 cm damp sphagnum moss; cover with clear plastic pop bottle cut in half; transplant seedling to acidic mix in shade outdoors when 5 cm high; protect from rodents and give protection in cold frame first winter

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society