Camellia

usgb/kəˈmiːliə/
noun

A type of plant or flower that grows mostly in Asia.

The garden was filled with camellias in full bloom.
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Often appears as...

  • camellia sinensis
  • grow camellias
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Ornamental Plant

Camellias are often grown for decorative purposes because of their beautiful flowers.

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Many people admire the ornamental camellias at the botanical garden.
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Cultural Symbol

In East Asia, camellias symbolize love, affection, and admiration, especially in China and Japan.

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He gave her a camellia to express his deep affection.
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Varieties of Camellia

There are many species of camellias, each with different flower colors and shapes.

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She was fascinated by the various varieties of camellias at the flower show.
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