R. preptum

Species

Subgenus Hymenanthes
Section Pontica
Subsection Falconera
Introduced 1924
First Described 1919 ( Balf.f., Forrest )
Origin N.W. Yunnan, Upper Burma 3400-3700 meter
Habitat terrestrial
Mature Wild Height 900 cm. (30ft.)
Bloom Time early midseason
Flower campanulate
Predominant Colour pink
Leaves oblong-obovate
Winter Foliage evergreen
Hardiness H3
Photo By:
Hank Helm
Date:
30 March, 2008
Location:
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, Federal Way, WA, USA
Hi-Resolution Version:
Hi-res photo
Photo By:
Hank Helm
Date:
30 March, 2008
Location:
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, Federal Way, WA, USA
Hi-Resolution Version:
Hi-res photo