Camellia transnokoensis
Mount Noko Camellia
Family |
Theaceae |
Genus |
Camellia |
Species |
transnokoensis |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (evergreen) |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
8 - 10 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
Requires cold season protection under glass. |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H4 |
Temperature (°C) |
-10 to -5 |
Temperature (°F) |
10 - 30 °F |
Height |
2.5 - 4 m |
Spread |
2.5 - 4 m |
Shape |
Upright. |
Growth |
Slow |
Pests |
Susceptible to aphids, scale insect and vine weevil, camellia gall, camellia leaf blight, camellia petal blight and camellia yellow mottle virus. |
Habitat |
Upright and compact. |
Leaf Description |
Simple, ovate, glossy, leathery leaves. |
Flower Description |
Single, scented, white flowers 3 - 4 cm across. |
Notable Specimens |
National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
Propagation |
By semi-ripe cuttings. |