description Loiseleuria procumbens Overview
Loiseleuria procumbens is a prostrate evergreen dwarf shrub in the heath family Ericaceae, commonly known as alpine azalea or trailing azalea. It forms low mats in arctic and alpine environments across the Northern Hemisphere and is adapted to exposed, rocky habitats. The plant has small leathery leaves and pink flowers. Taxonomic treatment varies: Kew currently lists Loiseleuria procumbens as a synonym of Kalmia procumbens, while the older name remains widely used in botanical literature.
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What is Loiseleuria procumbens commonly called?
Loiseleuria procumbens is commonly called alpine azalea or trailing azalea. It is a prostrate evergreen dwarf shrub in the heath family Ericaceae.
Where does Loiseleuria procumbens grow?
It grows in arctic and alpine environments across the Northern Hemisphere. The plant is adapted to exposed, rocky habitats.
Does Loiseleuria procumbens grow upright like a normal shrub?
No. It forms low mats and trails across the ground, which is why it is described as prostrate and is called trailing azalea.
Is Loiseleuria procumbens evergreen?
Yes. It is an evergreen dwarf shrub, so its leaves persist through seasons rather than dropping all at once like those of a deciduous shrub.
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