Camellia amplexicaulis is a rare evergreen shrub known for its attractive foliage and subtle, often fragrant, white to pale pink flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight or bright, indirect light. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Acidic, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with an acid-loving plant fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Unknown
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, but never allow the soil to dry out completely, as this species prefers high humidity and consistent moisture.
Prune sparingly to maintain shape or remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. The best time to prune is immediately after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can reduce future blooms.
Use clean, sharp secateurs to make precise cuts.
Propagation is typically done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Use a rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining, sterile medium. Maintain high humidity and consistent warmth to encourage rooting.
Grafting is also a successful method for cultivars.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years, and mature plants every 3-4 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining, acidic potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, pine bark, and perlite.
Repot in early spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | Camellia amplexicaulis |
Similar in genus Camellia
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