Azalea
Rhododendron simsii
Two sorts of Azalea's are widely used in the indoor house plant market these are Rhododendron simsii (Azalea indica) & Rhododendron obtusum ( Japanese Azalea).
Pronounced a-ZAY-lee-a, its genus name is Rhododendron simsii. The name orginates from the Greek azaleas meaning dry, but it is not a suitable name, as azaleas today are not related to the original Lapland variety which grow in dry places, but comes from China and Thailand in very wet conditions.
Colours Red, pink, white, purples, two tone colours.
Related to garden rhododendrons; but azaleas are not as hardy and should be indoors in the winter except in very mild areas such as cornwall.
Care remember to water regularly - with rainwater if you live in a hard water area or soften water for a few days with added peat. - Azalea hate drying out.
Dry brown leaves usually indicates underwatering whereas firm yellow leaves means it has been watered with hard water.
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