Dr. Jack Davis

American Camellia Yearbook, 1981, p.97, Reg. No.1747: A very large, rose red, semi-double hybid(C.reticulata ‘Crimson Robe’ (Dataohong) x [12X = C.reticulata ‘Cornelian’ (Damanao) x C.japonica Mrs D.W. Davis]) that blooms mid-season; originated by Frank Pursel, Oakland, California, USA. The 7 year old seedling first bloomed1979. Average flower size 15 cm wide by 7.5 cm deep. Plant growth is upright and medium with dark green leaves, 11.5 cm long x 7.5 cm wide. Sport: Dr Jack Davis Variegated.