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Camellia

Camellia japonica

Least Concern

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The Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a species in the genus Camellia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (India, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (Portugal), North America (Mexico, United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Camellia japonica (Camellia)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese camélia

Similar Species in Camellia

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Crapnell's Camellia

Camellia crapnelliana

Vulnerable

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Grantham's Camellia

Camellia granthamiana

Vulnerable

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Hong Kong Camellia

Camellia hongkongensis

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Camellia?

The scientific name of Camellia is Camellia japonica. It belongs to the genus Camellia.

What is the conservation status of Camellia?

Camellia (Camellia japonica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Camellia live?

Camellia is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (India, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (Portugal), North America (Mexico, United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, Portugal, Sao Tome and Principe, Taiwan, Turkey, United States.

What family does Camellia belong to?

Camellia (Camellia japonica) belongs to the genus Camellia, which is part of the taxonomic family Theaceae.

Is Camellia endangered?

No, Camellia (Camellia japonica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Camellia belong to?

Camellia (Camellia japonica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Camellia?

The closest relatives of Camellia in the genus Camellia include Crapnell's Camellia, Grantham's Camellia, Hong Kong Camellia, Nepal Camellia, Purple Camellia.