Rhododendron periclymenoides
Deciduous azalea found in woods and along waterways. Formerly known as R. nudiflorum. Pink (to white or lavender) flowers are slightly fragrant and leaf bottoms have few hairs mostly on ribs. To distinguish from very similar R. prinophyllum, see https://gobotany.nativeplanttrust.org/species/rhododendron/prinophyllum/
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
pinxterbloom azalea
pinkster flower
pinkster flower
Type:
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture:
Moist
Light:
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Part Sun
Part Shade
Well-drained
Recommended for gardening
Recommended for gardening