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Benjamin Thompson IV

Last Updated:2023/5/26 15:08:03 By:wangzhonglang
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Id:ICR-1433

CountryUnited States

Year Published/Registered1989

Cultivar Type:For Ornamental

AGM Type

Scientific Name:Camellia japonica 'Benjamin Thompson IV'

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Benjamin IV  ACS., Feb.1989, The Camellia Journal, vol.44, No.l, p.12, erroneously for Benjamin Thompson IV.

Description

» English Description

ACS., Feb.1989, The Camellia Journal, vol.44, No.1, p.12, Reg. No.2102 as ‘Benjamin IV’: Medium size, rose coloured, semi-double C.japonica chance seedling. Blooms mid-season to late. Originated by Johnny Aldrich, Brooklet, Georgia, USA. American Camellia Yearbook, 1989, , Reg. No.2102. p.118, Synonym 'Benjamin IV' , 15 year old seedling first bloomed 1978; size 10cm across x 3.8 cm deep with 21 petals, 7 petaloids, gold anthers and yellow filaments. To be commercially introduced in 1990. Plant growth is spreading and medium with light green leaves measuring 4" long and 2" wide.

Flower

Flower Size8-10 cm

Blooming Season1-5 Month United States

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