Rhododendron mucronulatum
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Basic Information
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: rhododendron
Plant ID (slug): rhododendron-mucronulatum
Numeric ID: 26269
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
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Physical Characteristics
Rhododendron mucronulatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea and Siberia.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Flowers Edible Uses: Flower petals - raw[105]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no specific mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, it belongs to a genus where many members have poisonous leaves. The pollen of many if not all species of rhododendrons is also probably toxic, being said to cause intoxication when eaten in large quantities[183].
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Additional Information
Title: Rhododendron mucronulatum
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