It is a species of flowering plant that typically grows at elevations between 3,000 to 4,500 meters above sea level and is native to the Tibetan Plateau and surrounding regions, including parts of Nepal, Bhutan, and India. The flowers range in color from pale pink to deep pink or purple with five petals and yellow throat or eye at the center. The flowers emit a scent that is often described as honey-like, reminiscent of ripe apricots, or simply pleasant and aromatic.
