Alabaster

American Camellia Yearbook, 1958, p.285, Reg. No.323: A 10 year old seedling of ‘Magnoliiflora’, (Hagoromo) originated by Julington Nurseries, Jacksonville, Florida, USA. Plant growth is rapid and average in type. The dark green leaves are large, slightly wavy, ovate, margins medium serrated and apex acute. The semi-double, white flowers, 8-10 cm across, resemble ‘Hagoromo’, but the blooms are larger with an added row of petals. The petals are heavy in texture and hold up well. A profuse bloomer; mid-season to late. Orthographic error ‘Alabastor’.