Status:
valid
Authors:
V.D.Luong, Ninh & Hakoda
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Int. Camellia J. 44: 161 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334962
Common Names
- Dalatensis Camellia
- Dalat Camellia
- Camellia Dalatensis
Description
Camellia dalatensis (also called Dalat Camellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Vietnam. It grows in forests and grasslands at elevations of 500–2,000 m. It has an upright, branching habit and produces white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Camellia dalatensis is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camellia dalatensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Camellia dalatensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Camellia dalatensis
Camellia dalatensis is native to Vietnam. It can be found in moist forests and grassy meadows at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.
Camellia dalatensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camellia dalatensis?
Camellia dalatensis
What is the natural habitat of Camellia dalatensis?
Tropical montane forests
What is the flower color of Camellia dalatensis?
White
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
Naotoshi Hakoda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hakoda' in the authors string.
Van Dung Luong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.D.Luong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125201-1: 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].