Rhododendron kesangiae

Rhododendron kesangiae is a rhododendron species endemic to Bhutan, where it grows at altitudes of 2890-3450 m in the fir and hemlock forests. It is called Tala (ཏ་ལ) in Dzongkha. It is a large shrub or tree that typically grows to 15 m in height, with leaves that are broadly elliptic to almost obovate, and 20-30 cm long by 10-16 cm broad. The flowers are rose pink, fading to purple.

Etymology
The species name kesangiae was given in honour to the Royal Grandmother, Ashi Kesang Choden (born 1930) Wangchuck of Bhutan.

Flowering
Rhododendron kesangiae flowers from April to May.