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Plant introduction calmia

Last Updated February 5, 2019

Calmia flower
Shooting date: 2012.5.28

Plant outline
Japanese nameJapanese rhododendron (Hanagasa Ishikusu flower)
scientific nameKalmialatifolia
FamiliesAzalea family
OriginNorth America
CharacteristicsCalmir came into Japan in 1915. It is said that the mayor of Tokyo donated cherry blossoms to the United States, it was the first gift to be given together with dogwood. It belongs to the azalea family, but unlike so-called azaleas, the flower is about 2 cm in size. 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," "Have ambitions," "Ambition," "Refreshing smile," and "Praise."

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Green Environment Bureau Park Green Space Department Environmental Activity Support Center

Phone: 045-711-0635

Phone: 045-711-0635

Fax: 045-721-6356

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

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