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Camellia rosthorniana (Camellia rosthorniana)

Camellia rosthorniana is an evergreen shrub native to China, belonging to the Theaceae family. It is cultivated for its ornamental flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, acidic to neutral soil rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in mild temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with an acid-loving plant fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Water more frequently during dry spells and less in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, acidic to neutral soil rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in mild temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25°C; avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with an acid-loving plant fertilizer.

Apply in spring and mid-summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-4 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Slow to moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

3-4 cm

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Synonyms
Camellia buxifolia Hung T.Chang
Thea rosthorniana (Hand.-Mazz.) Hand.-Mazz.
Theopsis rosthorniana (Hand.-Mazz.) Nakai
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyTheaceae
  • genusCamellia
  • speciesCamellia rosthorniana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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