How to grow and care for Camellia japonica
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Camellia japonica
Camellia japonica 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
5C° ~20C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Camellia japonica
How often should I water?
check Camellia japonica Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Camellia japonica need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Camellia japonica likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
5~20℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Camellia japonica at home, make sure the temperature is 5~20℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Camellia japonica prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Camellia japonica is a member of Theaceae.
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Habitat | East Asia |
Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
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Phylum | Tracheophyta |
Class | Magnoliopsida |
Order | Ericales |
Family | Theaceae |
Genus | Camellia |
Species | Camellia japonica L. |
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