Cloudland rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum)

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Rhododendron impeditum

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Common name: Cloudland rhododendron
Taxonomy: Family: Ericaceae · Genus: Rhododendron

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Rhododendron

Waterhigh

Lightfull sun

Humidityhighgeneral genus data

Min. temperature-25 °C

Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●●○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Rhododendron tip: Needs acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5) and lime-free water – lime turns the leaves yellow.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Rhododendron

🐱Cat severe🐶Dog severe🐴Horse severe🦜Pet bird severe🐰Rabbit, rodent severe🐮Cattle severe🐐Sheep, goat severe🐷Pig severe🐔Poultry severe🐢Tortoise, herbivorous reptile severe🧒Human (child) moderatedetails →

Grayanotoxin: a few leaves can be serious – goats, horses, birds especially at risk. Also the source of “mad honey”.

At a glance

Cloudland rhododendron – what to know

Cloudland rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) – family: Ericaceae, genus: Rhododendron. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: high; min. -25 °C. For cats: severely toxic – potentially fatal; for dogs: severely toxic – potentially fatal. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

All Rhododendron species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Cloudland rhododendron?

Generously: keep the soil evenly moist and never let it dry out completely.

How much light does Cloudland rhododendron need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Cloudland rhododendron get?

Frost-hardy to about -25 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.

Is Cloudland rhododendron toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: severely toxic – potentially fatal; for dogs: severely toxic – potentially fatal. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

When does Cloudland rhododendron flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Rhododendron: Typical flowering time: April, May, June.

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