Yunnanensis Camellia (Camellia yunnanensis)

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

Camellia yunnanensis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3.6 m (11ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to November. 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils.

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

Mixed forest and open scrub, open thickets, pine forests and lauraceous woods, 2000 - 2600 metres in Yunnan. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)