Ryuko (Dragon Light)
Ryuko (Dragon Light)
| Species | Vernalis |
|---|---|
| Color | Deep red with yellow anthers and pinkish-yellow filaments |
| Form | Single |
| Size | Small |
| Bloom Season | E |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Growth Characteristics | Dense, compact growth |
| Leaf Characteristics | Deep green |
| Originator | Katsuhiro Maeda |
| Place of Origination | Japan - Hanamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, |
| Year of Registration / Origination | The age of the plant was estimated at 150 years - discovered at an old family home |
| Heritage | Sasanqua x Japonica |
| Other Information | Corruption of the Japanese name: 'Ryuku' |
| Photographer | Gene Phillips |
| ICR Link | https://camellia.iflora.cn/Cutivars/Detail?latin=Ryuko (Dragon Light) |