Rhododendron kiusianum

Ministry of Environment
Tokyo, Japan

A member of the Azalea family found on bare volcanic mountainsides in Kyushu. The mountains are covered in pink when the flowers bloom in May and June. In the Kuju Mountain Range, this species is being overwhelmed by other species, and are dying out. Protective measures are underway.

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Title: Rhododendron kiusianum
Location: Aso Kuju National Park

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