Crapnell's camellia (Camellia crapnelliana)

Crapnell's camellia

Camellia crapnelliana, Crapnell's camellia, is a flowering Camellia native to Hong Kong and China. In 1903, the species was first collected and described by W. J. Tutcher from Mount Parker, Hong Kong; only one plant was found at that time.

Scientific classification

Species

Crapnell's camellia (Camellia crapnelliana)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Evergreen

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Crapnell's camellia

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Crapnell's camellia requires consistently moist soil, especially during the spring and summer, when watering every 1-2 days is ideal. In autumn and winter, reduce to bi-monthly watering. Use rainwater or distilled water, and cover the surface with 3 in of bark to maintain humidity.

Fertilize: During crapnell's camellia's growth, use fertilizers carefully. In spring, avoid fertilization post-repotting; in summer, apply slow-release nitrogen fertilizer for enhanced leaf growth. Apply phosphate-potassium fertilizer 1-2 times until blooming. Excess fertilizer leads to yellow leaves and growth issues; insufficient fertilizer slows growth and affects leaf quality.

Pruning: Crapnell's camellia grows slowly and requires minimal pruning. Quickly removing withering flowers reduces nutrient loss, promoting robust growth and new flower buds. Additionally, eliminate weak, diseased, downward-growing, and old branches that do not bloom on the shrub.

Propagation: Propagation methods for crapnell's camellia include cutting, grafting, layering, sowing, and tissue culture. Cutting, typically performed in summer and winter, is the primary method. Warm and moist conditions enhance root and branch sprouting, leading to higher survival rates.

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