Rhododendron beyerinckianum

Also Known As

Vireya Rhododendron

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-15'
W: 3'-15'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron beyerinckianum plant details

Rhododendron beyerinckianum is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron beyerinckianum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron beyerinckianum

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rarely-grown species native to New Guinea where it is a very widespread and variable vireya. The attractive foliage is densely covered with golden-brown scales and the flesh pink flowers are in the shape of a curved tube.

By: Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden

[Terrestrial Epiphytic] Papua New GuineaPapua, 1,500–4,000m, 4,900–13,000'. Slow growing plant from compact to moderate size with small rust-green leaves. Small tubular brick-red flowers in hanging trusses of 2–4 flowers. Excellent foliage plant.