Camellia cattienensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Orel
Source:
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 566 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048856
Common Names
- Camellia cattienensis
- Cattienensis Camellia
- Cattienensis Tea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camellia cattienensis (also called Cattien Camellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in evergreen forests, open woodlands, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Camellia cattienensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camellia cattienensis has large, pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camellia cattienensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. The cuttings should be rooted in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Camellia cattienensis
Camellia cattienensis can be found in Vietnam.
Camellia cattienensis FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Camellia cattienensis?
Camellia cattienensis prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F).
What is the optimal soil for Camellia cattienensis?
Camellia cattienensis prefers a soil that is well-draining, acidic, and rich in organic matter.
How much sunlight does Camellia cattienensis need?
Camellia cattienensis prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.
Species in the Camellia genus
Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis, Camellia hongkongensis, Camellia huana, Camellia ilicifolia, Camellia impressinervis,
Species in the Theaceae family
Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77117179-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].