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Pope John XXIII
Species: Japonica
Color: White
Form: Formal double with heavy, velvet textured petals
Size: Medium to large
Bloom Season: M
Growth Rate: Vigorous
Growth Characteristics: Compact, upright growth
Leaf Characteristics: Dark green
Originator: F. W. Maitland
Place of Origination: U.S. - San Fernando, California
Year of Origination / Registration: 1967 - ACS Registration #985 - first bloomed in 1959
Heritage: Chance seedling
Photographer: Randolph Maphis
ICR Link: http://camellia.iflora.cn/Cutivars/Detail?latin=Pope John XXIII