Vulcan (W.F. Wilson Jr.)

American Camellia Yearbook, 1958, p.292, Reg. No.330: A 5 year old chance seedling that first flowered 1956. Originated by W.F. Wilson Jr., Hammond, Louisiana, USA. Plant growth is rapid, spreading and dense with leaves 11 cm long x 5.5 cm wide. The full semi­double to irregular double flowers are 12.5-14.5 cm across x 6-7.5 cm deep with 33-35 petals and an occasional petaloid. The colour is bright, glowing red to dark red (Maerz & Paul 4K-2 base, 5L-4 outer). Flowers early to mid-season. For colour photo see p.125, Macoboy, 1981, The Colour Dictionary of Camellias. Sport: Vulcan Variegated.