R. hirtipes
Species
| Subgenus | Hymenanthes |
| Section | Pontica |
| Subsection | Selensia |
| Introduced | 1924 |
| First Described | 1930 ( Tagg ) |
| Origin | S.E Tibet, 3000 4700 meter |
| Epiphytic/Terrestrial | terrestrial |
| Mature Wild Height | 700 cm. (23ft.) |
| Bloom Time | very early |
| Flower | campanulate |
| Flower Color | pink |
| Leaves | broadly ovate |
| Winter Foliage | evergreen |
| Minimum Hardiness | -10 C (14 F) |
| Additional Hardiness Info |
H4 |
