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Les Richards

Last Updated:2023/6/7 14:53:28 By:wangzhonglang
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Id:ICR-10824

CountryUnited States

Year Published/Registered1967

Cultivar Type:For Ornamental

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Scientific Name:Camellia japonica 'Les Richards'

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American Camellia Yearbook, 1967, pp.228, 229, Reg. No.918: The semi-double flower is tulip shaped. Petals well rounded, large, thick and satiny. Colour bright, cardinal red with bright, yellow anthers. Size is 12.5 cm across x 7 cm deep with 20-25 petals. Blooms mid­season. A chance seedling that first bloomed 1958 aged 7 years. Originated by M.J. Witman, Macon, Georgia, USA. Plant growth is upright and dense with dark green leaves, 10.5 cm x 5 cm.

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Flower Size12.7-13.5 cm

Blooming Season1-3 Month United States

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