Carla Dossett Variegated

ACS Registration #2991. The Camellia Journal,71(3):28 with name and color photo. American Camellia Yearbook, 2016, p. 127 with color photo and description. This 8-year-old C. japonica chance seedling first bloomed in 2011. It was originated, registered and propagated by Vernon Howell of Lucedale, Mississippi, USA. Bloom: The medium sized 8.9cm x 6.3cm semi-double form flower is medium red with white variegation. It has yellow anthers and white filaments. This profuse bloomer has consistent form with heavy petal texture, is long lasting and falls in one piece. The bloom has spreading stamens that are not uniform. Plant: The plant habit is upright and spreading. The growth rate is slow. The plant is suitable for landscaping and exhibition uses. Leaf: The dark green leaves have medium serration and average 7.6cm x 6.3cm. Bloom season: Late.