Japonica is a species of CAMELLIA, a genus of flowering plants in the family Theaceae. It is native to East Asia and is widely cultivated in many parts of the world. Japonica is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It produces large, showy flowers in shades of white, pink, and red. The leaves are glossy and dark green in color. Japonica is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.