Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocamellia
ID:
501533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 11: 429 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500865

Common Names

  • Stewartia pseudocamellia
  • False Camellia Stewartia
  • False Camellia Tree

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Description

Stewartia pseudocamellia (also called 'False Camellia Stewartia', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 15–25 m (50–80 ft) and has a pyramidal shape. It has white or pink flowers with a dark center. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stewartia pseudocamellia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, bell-shaped flowers with yellow-green veins. Seed: Small, black and shiny. Seedlings: Have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stewartia pseudocamellia is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Stewartia pseudocamellia

Stewartia pseudocamellia is native to Japan and can be found in the forests of the country.

Stewartia pseudocamellia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stewartia pseudocamellia?

Stewartia pseudocamellia

What is the common name of Stewartia pseudocamellia?

False Camellia

What is the natural habitat of Stewartia pseudocamellia?

Woodlands in Japan

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:829521-1: 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].