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'''Satsuki azalea''' (''Rhododendron indicum'') is a dwarf type of azalea extensively cultivated by the Japanese |
'''Satsuki azalea''' (''Rhododendron indicum'') is a dwarf type of azalea extensively cultivated by the Japanese. It has a flowering period around May-June and its name "Satsuki" in Japanese translates to 5 ("Sa") moon ("tsuki") which represents the fifth month of the Asian lunar calendar. It is used commonly as a subject in bonsai and many bonsai enthusiasts and shows are dedicated solely to it. |
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Satsuki azalea (Rhododendron indicum) is a dwarf type of azalea extensively cultivated by the Japanese. It has a flowering period around May-June and its name "Satsuki" in Japanese translates to 5 ("Sa") moon ("tsuki") which represents the fifth month of the Asian lunar calendar. It is used commonly as a subject in bonsai and many bonsai enthusiasts and shows are dedicated solely to it.