species 700 observations
Mountain Camellia
Stewartia ovata
Field notes
Stewartia ovata, known commonly as mountain camellia, is a small tree native to low to mid-elevations in the southern Appalachian Mountains and nearby regions from Mississippi to Virginia. It is a member of the Theaceae, the tea family.
Although not endangered, the plant does have a limited range and is uncommon throughout its range. Mountain camellia grows in the understory of predominantly hardwood forests and tends to be found near streams, usually at elevations below 800 m (2,600 ft).
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Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Trees
- Moisture
- Well drained Moist
- Soil pH
- Acid
From NC State Extension, USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.