Rhododendron indicum, also known as satsuki azalea, is a species of Rhododendron native to Japan. It is a semi-evergreen shrub that typically grows to 2-3 feet tall.
The leaves are lanceolate to oblanceolate, slightly toothed, and 1.5-3 inches long. The upper surface of the leaves is glossy dark green, while the underside is paler. The leaves are hairy, especially on the underside.
Rhododendron indicum is a popular ornamental plant, and there are many cultivars available. The flowers are red to scarlet, and they bloom in trusses in late spring. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 6-8.
Here are some additional facts about Rhododendron indicum leaves:
- They are alternate, simple, and crowded.
- They are evergreen in warm climates, but deciduous in cold climates.
- They are spirally arranged on the stems.
- They have a glossy upper surface and a paler underside.
- They are hairy, especially on the underside.
- They are 1.5-3 inches long.
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