Rhododendron
/ˌrəʊdəˈdendrən/noun
A type of plant with big, colorful flowers and evergreen leaves.
The garden is bursting with colors from the rhododendrons in full bloom.
Often appears as...
- rhododendron bush
- rhododendron garden
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Plant Family
Rhododendron belongs to the Ericaceae family, where several plants share similar features.
The rhododendron in our yard belongs to the same family as the blueberries we planted.
Pro Tip 2/3Variety
Rhododendrons vary in size; some are large trees while others are small shrubs.
The huge rhododendron tree overshadowed the smaller shrubs in the park.
Pro Tip 3/3Geographic Origin
Rhododendrons are often associated with the Himalayas, but they are found worldwide.
Many rhododendron species are native to the Himalayas, but our local nursery has exotic varieties from across the globe.
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