ClimateAugust 18, 2026
rhododendron
ROH-duh-den-druhn
Definition
A woody plant of the heath family that typically has large, colorful, bell-shaped flowers and evergreen leaves.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'rhodon' (rose) and 'dendron' (tree), literally meaning 'rose tree'.
In the news
The article mentions that American rhododendrons are prized ornamental plants in Europe, and George Washington once daydreamed of seeing them bloom at Mount Vernon.
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Read the full article ↗The Washington Post