A synopsis and consevation status of the genus RhododendronL. in Lam Dong province
Keywords:
Rhododendron, a synopsis, distribution,, conservation status, Lam Dong province.Abstract
A synopsis of the genus Rhododendronin Lam Dong province was made by mean of a literature search, consultation of the herbaria specimens, and a survey of several localities through Lam Dong province and Western Plateau of Vietnam. Five species encounted were scatter - distributed in high mountain, at the altitude between 1,500 - 2,400m a.s.l. They were
assessed at the national level as Endangered (EN) and Vulnerable (VU) due to over - exploitation and fragmented habitat. Therefore, it needs urgent in situand ex situprotection.
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