Abstract: There are various variety groups in terms of natural pollination and hybridization of Camellia reticulata. Lindley. F. simplex Sealy that is endemic to Yunnan. This paper has classified these variety groups into three types and 20 variety groups based on their biological flower and fruit characters and the economic values. This paper aims to provide scientific basis for further research on breeding and cultivating the high yield and high valued horticultural varieties of Camellia reticulata.

Key words: Camellia reticulata. Lindley. F. simplex Sealy, natural types and variety groups, classification