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Rhododendron gracilentum

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Rhododendron gracilentum
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Rhododendron
Species:
R. gracilentum
Binomial name
Rhododendron gracilentum

Rhododendron gracilentum is a distinctive small, evergreen rhododendron species native to Papua New Guinea. It grows to a height of 60 cm (24 in), with red flowers.

As it does not tolerate freezing temperatures, in temperate zones it must be grown with the protection of glass.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Rhododendron gracilentum". Trees and Shrubs Online. International Dendrology Society. Retrieved 22 April 2021.