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White Surprise

Last Updated:2022/8/29 10:11:31 By:wangzhonglang
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Id:ICR-20726

CountryUnited States

Year Published/Registered1975

Cultivar Type:For Ornamental

AGM Type

Scientific Name:Camellia japonica 'White Surprise'

Chinese Name:白色惊奇

Japanese Name

Meaning

Description

» English Description

American Camellia Yearbook, 1975, p.242, Reg. No.1362: A sport of ‘Look­Away’, first observed 1960; originated by Dr & Mrs H.G. Mealing, USA. Plant growth is upright and medium with dark green leaves, 11 cm x 6 cm. The semi-double, ‘Herme’ (Hikarugenji) style, flower is ivory white with yellow anthers and white filaments. Average size is 10 cm across x 5 cm deep. Heavy substance, thick petals and is a tetraploid. Blooms early to late.

» Chinese Description

朱國棟、蔡燦玉,2011. 《台灣茶花族譜》,p.279.

White Surprise 白色惊奇(C. japonica)红山茶。1975,美国Dr & Mrs H.G. Mealing培育选出。'Look-Away'的象牙白枝变种。1960年发现。八重、中轮(10 x 5cm)

Flower

Flower Size8-10 cm

Blooming Season1-3 Month United States

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