Rhododendron malayanum

Also Known As

Rhododendron malayanum var. malayanum f. malayanum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 18"-15'
W: 18"-15'

planting zones

10a-12

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Rhododendron malayanum plant details

Rhododendron malayanum is a 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 malayanum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 15 FT - wide, 18 IN - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, vireya, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron malayanum

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

[Terrestrial Epiphytic] Northern Borneo, Kalimantan (Southern Borneo), Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia. 200-1,500m, 650-4,900'. Upright plants with long narrow pointed leaves and smallish purplish red flowers. We have 3 different clones of R. malayanum.