R. nivale ssp nivale
Species
| Botanical Synonyms |
R. paludosum |
| Subgenus | Rhododendron |
| Section | Rhododendron |
| Subsection | Lapponica |
| Introduced | 1915 |
| Epiphytic/Terrestrial | terrestrial |
| Mature Wild Height | 150 cm. (5ft.) |
| Bloom Time | early midseason |
| Flower | funnel-shaped |
| Flower Color | purple |
| Fragrance | ? |
| Leaves | elliptic |
| Leaf persistence | Evergreen |
| Minimum Hardiness | -5 C (23 F) |
| Additional Hardiness Info |
H3 |
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