camellia
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Noun — A flowering shrub or small tree native to Asia, including the species that produces tea leaves.
Etymology
Named after the Moravian botanist Joseph Kamel (Latinized as "Camellus").
Full origin of camellia →Frequently asked questions
What does “camellia” mean?
The word “camellia” means a flowering shrub or small tree native to Asia, including the species that produces tea leaves. In plain terms, an ornamental flowering shrub; one species, Camellia sinensis, is the source of tea.
How do you pronounce “camellia”?
“Camellia” is pronounced kuh-MEE-lee-uh (/kəˈmiːli.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “camellia” in a sentence?
Here is “camellia” used in a sentence: “The garden was full of blooming camellias in early spring.”
What part of speech is “camellia”?
“Camellia” is a noun.
Where does the word “camellia” come from?
The word “camellia” comes from Latin. Named after the Moravian botanist Joseph Kamel (Latinized as "Camellus").