The stewartia genus, related to the evergreen camellias, honors John Stuart (1713-92), also known as the Earl of Bute and a patron of botany. The malacodendron species name is Greek for soft tree, referring to the silky hairs covering the lower leaf surface.
A Virginia Silky Camellia
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The Stewartia's Moist Habitat
Stewartia's Moist Habitat
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This Stewartia malacodendron, growing near the Northwest River in Southern Virginia, is a true coastal plain plant. It blooms best in moist but well drained forest soils. The flowering tree prefers partial shade and will not do well with "wet feet".
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