Camellia japonica 'Magnoliaeflora'

(aka 'Hagoromo') "Robe of Feathers" (trans.) is from Edo, now known as Tokyo, and appears in literature dating back to the late 1800s.  Pale pink, semi-double flowers have curved petals reminiscent of lotus flowers.

 » Bloom color, form, size: Pink, semi-double, medium
 » Bloom period (NC):  Mid spring (March)
 » Growth rate, habit: Moderate, compact
 » Zones: 7a-9
 » Features: Antique