Camellias

Frans van Damme

Camellia japonica 'Frans van Damme'
Orthographic errors: 'Frans Van Dam', 'Franz Van Dam', 'Franz Van Damme', 'Frans Van Damne
Synonym: 'Souvenir d'Frans Van Damme'
1878
Flowers: Deep rose-pink striped white. Large size, formal double with broad petals.
The modern cultivar 'Frans Van Damme' listed as "Imbricate, cerise, late" is probably a sport to the self cerise colour.
Originated in Belgium.

Location: Belgium
Photo: Koen Camelbeke

Location: Belgium
Photo: Koen Camelbeke

Location: Belgium
Photo: Koen Camelbeke