Camellia megasepala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hung T.Chang & Trin Ninh
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Acta Sci. Nat. Univ. Sunyatseni 35: 79 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582510
Common Names
- Megasepala Camellia
- Megasepala Tea Plant
- Megasepala Tea Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camellia megasepala (also called 'Large-sepaled Camellia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to China and is typically found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Camellia megasepala is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating headaches, dizziness, and vertigo. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Camellia megasepala is white with a yellow center and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is a black, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camellia megasepala is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is best grown in partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by layering in spring.
Where to Find Camellia megasepala
Camellia megasepala is native to China and can be found in forests and along roadsides.
Camellia megasepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camellia megasepala?
CAMELLIA megasepala
What is the natural habitat of Camellia megasepala?
Camellia megasepala is native to China.
What are the common names of Camellia megasepala?
Camellia megasepala is commonly known as Large-sepal tea plant.
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.
Trin Ninh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin Ninh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:987008-1: 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].