Lion Head (Shizitou)
Lion Head (Shizitou)
| Species | Reticulata |
|---|---|
| Color | Deep turkey red with golden anthers |
| Form | Peony form with irregular, heavy, crinkled petals near base, arching over and covering center as flower develops |
| Size | Large to very large |
| Bloom Season | M |
| Growth Rate | Vigorous |
| Growth Characteristics | Compact growth |
| Leaf Characteristics | Dark green |
| Originator | China to U.S. 1948 Descanso & Peer |
| Place of Origination | China - Yunnan |
| Year of Registration / Origination | Ancient |
| Other Information | 'Shizitou' in Chinese |
| Photographer | Bradford King |
| ICR Link | https://camellia.iflora.cn/Cutivars/Detail?latin=Lion Head (Shizitou) |