camellia
noun
ca·mel·lia
kə-ˈmēl-yə 
: any of a genus (Camellia) of shrubs or trees of the tea family
especially
: an ornamental greenhouse shrub (C. japonica) with glossy leaves and roselike flowers
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Provide camellias protection from hot afternoon sun.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
Green tea extract is derived from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant and is known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
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Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
Provide camellias protection from hot afternoon sun.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
Green tea extract is derived from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant and is known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 10 Oct. 2024
This formula uses argan, olive, coconut, apricot, Marula, jojoba, and camellia oils to boost sleekness and softness, cutting down on frizz all the while.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Camellia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/camellia. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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camellia
noun
ca·mel·lia
kə-ˈmēl-yə
: a greenhouse shrub that is related to the tea plant and has glossy evergreen leaves and showy roselike flowers
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