Marcel Valois

American Camellia Yearbook, 1962-1963, p.221, Reg. No.605: A 9 year old chance seedling that first bloomed 1959. Originated by T.C. Patin, Hammond, Louisiana, USA. Plant growth is upright, and medium with dark green leaves, 8 cm x 4.5 cm. The semi-double flowers, similar to Frizzle White, are 6 cm across x 3.8 cm deep with 19 petals and 16 petaloids. The ruby red (HCC.827/1) flowers have white filaments and golden yellow anthers. Blooms early to mid-season.