Lower Risk

Camellia sasanqua (Sasanqua Camellia)

This perennial shrub is native to Japan, specifically on Kyushu, Yaku-sima and the islands south to the Liu Kiu Islands. It has been in the ornamental plant trade in Australia since 1843 and has not become naturalised. The species is reported to have become naturalised the USA but there is no evidence of it becoming invasive. It reproduces by seed which is said to be poisonous to fish. Seed biology suggests that seeds are dispersed by animals. There is a moderate level of climate similarity between its native range and parts of NSW.