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Rhododendron species have long been used in traditional medicine. [ 87 ] [ 88 ] Animal studies and in vitro research have identified possible anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective activities which may be due to the antioxidant effects of flavonoids or other phenolic compounds and saponins the plant contains. [ 89 ]
Rhododendron macrophyllum, the Pacific rhododendron, [2] California rosebay, [3] California rhododendron, coast rhododendron or big leaf rhododendron, is a large-leaved species of Rhododendron native to the Pacific Coast of North America. It is the state flower of Washington. [4]
Growing 3–7 m (9.8–23.0 ft) tall, it is an evergreen shrub with handsome elliptic or lanceolate leaves up to 13 cm (5.1 in) in length; and pale pink bell-shaped flowers in late spring. The Latin specific epithet argyrophyllum , meaning "silver-leaved", refers to the silvery-white under-surface ( indumentum ) of the leaves.
How Long Does a Poinsettia Live? A well-cared for poinsettia will have a bushy appearance and colorful foliage for at least 6 weeks. Poinsettias’ colorful leaves are just that—leaves.
Rhododendron austrinum is a species of flowering plant in the heath family known by the common names Florida flame azalea, honeysuckle azalea, southern yellow azalea, and orange azalea. It is native to the southern United States, where it can be found in Alabama , Florida , Georgia , and Mississippi . [ 1 ]
Droopy or curled up foliage on this shrub is a sure sign your plant isn't happy. Here's how to diagnose and correct the problem.
Rhododendron maximum is a species of Rhododendron native to the Appalachians of eastern North America, from Alabama north to coastal Nova Scotia. Its common names include great laurel , [ 2 ] great rhododendron , rosebay rhododendron , American rhododendron and big rhododendron .
African Daisy. These daisy-like blooms, often called blue-eyed daisies due to their striking gradient centers, thrive in full sun. From late summer through early fall, they deliver vibrant color ...