Vireya Rhododendron Rhododendron laetum
Benefits: This striking bush attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
From: New Guinea
Photographed: In the Botanical Garden at the Hotel Atitlan on Lake Atitlan in Guatemala.
Planting and Care: Though this plant is said to prefer a semi shady location, we saw it thriving in full sun. Either way it likes routine rainfall or watering to look its best as well as a bit of a breeze if you can provide it. It will not survive a freezing winter.
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