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