Camellia granthamiana

Hong Kong Camellia

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Evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves and large white to pinkish flowers in winter/spring, valued for ornamental beauty and tea oil production.
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Plant Details

Common Name Hong Kong Camellia
Family Theaceae
Genus Camellia
Species Granthamiana
Origin Southern China and Vietnam
Blooming Winter to early spring, single or double flowers.
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, well-draining peat-based mix or ericaceous compost with high organic matter.

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; mist leaves regularly to maintain humidity during dry spells.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade; protects from harsh midday heat to prevent leaf scorch.

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Fertilization

Apply acid-loving plant fertilizer in spring before blooming; avoid high nitrogen in late summer.

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Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape the shrub.

Pest Control Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
450 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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