Camellia crassicolumna - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hung T.Chang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Taxonomy of the genus Camellia : 113 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582301
Common Names
- Camellia crassicolumna
- Thick-Stem Camellia
- Thick-Stem Tea Plant
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- Camellia purpurea Hung T.Chang & B.H.Chen [deprecated]
- Camellia makuanica Hung T.Chang & Tang [unknown]
- Camellia haaniensis Hung T.Chang & Yu [unknown]
Description
Camellia crassicolumna (also called Thick-stemmed Camellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Theaceae family. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall and has dark green, glossy leaves. Its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Camellia crassicolumna is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible seeds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Camellia crassicolumna var. multiplex (Hung T.Chang, Y.J.Tan & P.S.Wang) T.L.MingCamellia crassicolumna var. crassicolumna
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Camellia crassicolumna is white, with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camellia crassicolumna is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Camellia crassicolumna
Camellia crassicolumna can be found in the forests of China and Japan.
Camellia crassicolumna FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Camellia crassicolumna?
Camellia crassicolumna is native to China and Japan.
What is the average size of Camellia crassicolumna?
Camellia crassicolumna typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
What is the flower color of Camellia crassicolumna?
Camellia crassicolumna has white or pink flowers.
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
Zhang Hongda (1914-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hung T.Chang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:897214-1: 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].