Camellia (Camellia chekiangoleosa)

Family: Theaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Camellia chekiangoleosa is an evergreen Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to June, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

An oil is obtained from the seed. — An oil is obtained from the seed.

Habitat & North American Range

High mountains, 500 - 1300 metres. Forests and thickets at elevations of 600 - 1300 metres in N Fujian, E Hunan, E and W Jiangxi and S Zhejiang Provinces. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)