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Search Term(s): Rhododendron periclymenoides (1 record found)
Search Term(s): Rhododendron periclymenoides (1 record found)
ERICACEAE
Heath Family
Heath Family
Rhododendron periclymenoides (pinxterbloom azalea)
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Synonym
Rhododendron nudiflorum (L.) Torr.
Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Rhododendron: rose tree, referring to flower color; periclymenoides: resembling a species of Honeysuckle
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Shrub
Phenology (Flowering Period)
April-May
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain
County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex
Habitat
Upland woods and slopes
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern
North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
6
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Nectar source for Hummingbirds.
Wetland Indicator Status
FAC
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forest Interior (Upland Piedmont)Forest Interior (Upland Coastal Plain)
Upland Forest (Chestnut Oak Woodland)
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