1、 Plant differences:

The height of Western Rhododendron is short, the middle branches are compact, and there are lateral roots and fibrous roots at the bottom. The fibrous roots are thin and soft

Rhododendron is different from the former. The plant is high and large, with a height of about 2 to 7 meters. It has many branches, most of which are thin and strong, and branches are rare

2、 Different flowers:

Western rhododendron flowers are generally 1 to 3 in clusters, about 10 clusters per plant. The pedicel is relatively long, about 0.5 to 1.5 cm long. The calyx is large, and can bloom all year round. Most flowering periods are concentrated in winter and spring

Rhododendrons are clustered with 2 to 3 flowers at the top of the plant. The pedicel is short, about 8 mm long. The flowering period varies with different varieties

3、 Different blades:

Western Rhododendron belongs to evergreen shrub. Its leaves are evergreen all year round and do not wither. Its leaves are small

Rhododendron is a deciduous shrub, and the leaves of some varieties will turn yellow and fall