Japanese Beauty Secret Series
Camellia Plant
Camellias have been a prized possessions of gardeners for decades. They are found in eastern and southern Asia, from the Himalayas east to Japan and Indonesia. These evergreen shrubs produce an abundance of showy flowers measuring up to 5 to 6 inches in diameter in late winter or early spring. Colors range from white, yellow and pink to reds and purples with plenty of variations in between. Camellias make a dramatic display inside the home, especially when you include a few of their glossy green leaves. And nothing says spring quite like camellias in bloom.
Camellias have been a prized possessions of gardeners for decades. They are found in eastern and southern Asia, from the Himalayas east to Japan and Indonesia. These evergreen shrubs produce an abundance of showy flowers measuring up to 5 to 6 inches in diameter in late winter or early spring. Colors range from white, yellow and pink to reds and purples with plenty of variations in between. Camellias make a dramatic display inside the home, especially when you include a few of their glossy green leaves. And nothing says spring quite like camellias in bloom.
Meaningful Botanical Characteristics of the Camellia Flower:
· Camellia sinensis is used to make camellia tea.
· Camellia oil is commonly used to clean and protect the blades of cutting instruments.
· Other varieties of camellias are used in Chinese herbal remedies to treat bacterial infections, heart disease and asthma.
· Camellia oil is a rich source of Palmistic and Omega-6 Linoleic fatty acids, as well as numerous anti-aging polyphenol antioxidants. It is non-greasy and an excellent all-around moisturizer for the skin as well as for hair.
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