Camellia japonica L.

Camellia japonica L. features bowl-shaped of petals and glossy green leaves, typically growing as a shrub or small tree. It belongs to the Camellia genus and is also known as ''Tsubaki(椿, 海石榴)'' or ''Winter's Star.'' Its native from9 Dali, Yunnan, and it thrives best in warm, well-ventilated, and humid environments. As a traditional ornamental flower in China, it symbolizes courage, perseverance, and the joy of victory, earning it the title "Flower of Victory."

Camellia japonica exhibits remarkable diversity in varieties and colors, ranging from red, pink, white, and yellow to various multicolored patterns. Beyond being the soul of the iconic brand of Chanel , it is also commonly enjoyed for ornamental purposes, culinary therapy, and tea infusions. Camellia saponin and camellia seed oil possess antioxidant, calming anti-inflammatory, and skin hydration properties, making them particularly popular in the beauty and skincare market.

The fragrance of camellia varies by variety, encompassing scents from fresh and delicate to rich oriental notes. For instance, the Murraya paniculata , known for its most pronounced aroma, fills an entire room with a captivating fragrance when blooming indoors—a rich blend of jasmine and rose reminiscent of the combination of T48 and M58 fragrance molecules in the LFP collection, whose unique scent invigorates the senses. Meanwhile, the "Buttermint" carries a subtle carnation-like fragrance similar to the T24 fragrance molecule, refined and elegant in character. Come explore the Laboratory of Fragrance & Perfume and experience the purity and vitality that camellia brings!

References: https://zh.wikipedia.org/zh-tw/%E5%B1%B1%E8%8C%B6%E8%8A%B1 https://siegfriedherr.pixnet.net/blog/post/54774468

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