Camellia iwanebori

Camellia japonica 'iwane-shibori'

Edo camellia

Flower name
Camellia iwanebori
Scientific name
Camellia japonica 'iwane-shibori'
Alias椿, 岩根絞, Iwane-shibori, Camellia japonica, イワネシボリ
Place of originJapan
Place of floweringGarden, Botanical Gardens, Potted flower
Flowering seasonFebruary, March, April

What is Camellia iwanebori

Camellia 'Iwane-shibori' (学名: Camellia japonica 'Iwane-shibori') is an Edo-era variety of camellia (Camellia japonica), belonging to the Theaceae family.

It features deep crimson petals with white variegation, semi-double to double blooms, and large flowers measuring 10–13 cm in diameter. The blooming period is from February to April. It has a tubular stamen structure and is a vibrant camellia, though it has no fragrance.

This is a classic cultivar that has existed since the Edo period. The tree has a spreading growth habit and is weak against transplantation.

Camellia 'Iwane-shibori' (Camellia japonica 'Iwane-shibori') is the parent of Camellia 'Tama Ariake' (Camellia japonica 'Tama Ariake'), along with Camellia 'Tamano-ura'.

General Information
Common Name: Camellia 'Iwane-shibori'
Scientific Name: Camellia japonica 'Iwane-shibori'
Other Names: Denny D, F.G. Number 2, Shinten-yuki
Mutation Variant: Sunrise
Origin: Edo (Japan)
Characteristics
Tree: Spreading growth, dense foliage, slow-growing, weak against transplantation
Leaves: Green, ovate to broadly elliptical, medium-sized, thick, and glossy
Flowers: Deep crimson with white variegation, double bloom, tubular stamens, large (10–13 cm), blooming period: February–April
Note: Mentioned in the Tsubaki Iroha Nayose Irozuke (1859).

Camellia Flower Sizes
Miniature: Less than 4 cm (e.g., 'Nioi-tsubaki', 'Asaka-hime')
Small: 4–7 cm (e.g., 'Funa-tsu', 'Pink Popcorn')
Medium: 7–10 cm
Large: 10–13 cm (e.g., 'Extravaganza', 'Iwane-shibori')
Extra-large: Over 13 cm (e.g., 'Happy Higo', 'Seville Square')
Camellia Blooming Periods
Early Blooming: September–October
Winter Blooming: November–February
Spring Blooming: March–April
Late Blooming: May

■Related Pages
Camellia japonica 'Iwane-shibori'
Camellia japonica Variety List
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