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Plant introduction carmia

Last Updated February 5, 2019

Calmia flower
Shooting date: 2012.5.28

Plant Overview
Japanese nameHanagasa rhododendron (Hanagasa Kusuhana)
scientific nameKalmialatifolia
FamiliesAzalea family
Place of originNorth America
FeaturesIt was in 1915 that Carmia entered Japan. It is said that the mayor of Tokyo donated cherry blossoms to the United States, and was first given with dogwood. It belongs to the azalea family, but unlike the so-called azalea, the size of the flower is about 2 cm. It has a geometrical and interesting shape. The flowering season is from April to May, and can be seen under the site of a large greenhouse in Environmental Activity Support Center.
Flower language"Great hope", "Great ambition", "Fresh smile", "Praise"

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Fax: 045-721-6356

Email address: mk-shiencenter@city.yokohama.lg.jp

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