Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum)

Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum) comes in a miniature form seen here, or up to or more than 150 cm in height. It also comes in a purple and pink form. It is commonly found in Sikkim’s temperate to alpine biomes, in elevations between about 2000 to well above 5000 meters.

Elevation: 3161 meters.

Native range is Pakistan to China and Myanmar.

Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum)

Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum)

Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum)

Willow-leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron lepidotum)

Last updated on 8 November 2024