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Camellia azalea (Camellia azalea)

Camellia azalea is a shrub recognized for its attractive flowers, often mistaken for true azaleas.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Requires acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Use a balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Use a balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

5-7 cm

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Synonyms
Camellia changii C.X.Ye
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyTheaceae
  • genusCamellia
  • speciesCamellia azalea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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