Swamp Azalea (Rhododendron viscosum)
Swamp Azalea, also known as Swamp Honeysuckle, Azalea Viscosa
Rhododendron viscosum, commonly called Swamp Azalea, is a deciduous shrub from the eastern United States that draws in hummingbirds and butterflies. Typically reaching heights of up to 2.5 meters, it thrives in woodland gardens, rain gardens, and shrub borders, favoring partial shade.
Key Facts About Swamp Azalea
Attributes of Swamp Azalea
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
61 cm to 2.5 m
Spread
90 cm to 2.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm)
Flower Color
White Pink
Scientific Classification of Swamp Azalea
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Ericales
Family
Heath
Genus
Azaleas
Species
Swamp Azalea
Toxicity
Ingestion, Contact with plant sap