Callimia flower plant is a popular garden flower plant which is species of genus Camillia belong to the family Theaceae. Plant introduced from Japan and China that it's native countries but some species of the genus Camillia are present in Sri Lanka The flower plant grow throughout the country but well grown in hill country and widely use in flower arrangements for special events and wedding flowers. Camellia flower consider as symbol of desire, passion, refinement, loveliness, and beauty.
camillia flower white Hybrid| Common Classification | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Names | Camillia, Japanese Camellia, Alba Plena | ||
| Scientific Name | Camellia japonica var alba* | ||
| Sinhalese Name | Camillia | ||
| Scientific Classification | |||
| Family | Theaceae | ||
| Genus | Camellia | ||
| Species | C.japonica var alba | ||
| Synonym | Camellia mutabilis | ||
| Ecology | |||
| Category | Ornamental | ||
| Growth Habit | Small Tree | Status - Native | Introduced |
| Duration | Perennial | Status (Controlling) | Cultivate |
| Propriety | |||
| Culinary / Edible | No | Other use | Flower Arrangement |
| Use as Herb | No | Poisoned / Toxin | No |
| Identification | |||
| Flowers |  Leaves and buds of White Camillia | ||
| Fruits | |||
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