South Port

American Camellia Yearbook, 1980. p.174, Reg. No.1668: A very large, deep red, semi-double C.reticulata hybrid (Arch of Triumph x [‘Cornelian’(Damanao) x Mrs D.W. Davis]), early to late flowering; originated by Frank Pursel, Oakland, California, USA The 7 year old hybrid first bloomed 1977. Average flower size is 14.5 cm across x 7-8 cm deep with bright yellow anthers and high, centre rabbit ears. Plant growth is upright, average with dark green leaves, 12.5 cm x 8 cm.