Website/Catalog  (2020)  Page(s) 205.  
 
Princesa Sofia, synonym: DOTprin, Pere Dot, 1972, HT, velvety scarlet-red, shrub, large, 35 petals, long buds which expand elegantly, constant blooming, very fragrant, abundant and healthy foliage, Chrysler Imperial X (Baccarà X papa Meilland), rigid canes, bibliography: LD, JD

Book  (2007)  
 
Princesa Sofia, S. Dot 1962
Blooming period: late
Habit: shrub with upright canes
Vigour: moderate
Prickles: sharp and curved, sharp acicules on the floral peduncles
Flower: solitary; medium bloom; 48 petals, very full, cupped, diameter 10,5 cm; depth 3,0 cm
Petals: rounded-elongated, length 4,4 cm; width 2,8 cm; colour of the upper surface dark red 53 A, reverse cyclamen 53 D, yellow nails
Stamens: anthers yellow, filaments white
Stygmas: free, pinkish yellow
Calyx: cupped, smooth
Sepals: reflexed downwards, 1-2 lacinias, both on one side or on both sides, 2 sepals without
Foliage: length 12,0 cm, width 10,5 cm; colour of the upper surface dark green 147 A, reverse light olive green 147 B; slightly glossy; length of terminal leaf 6,2 cm, width 4,3 cm; rounded-cordate base; 37 teeth per side

Book  (19 Apr 2000)  Page(s) 471.  
 
Princesa Sofia, HT, 1972; Dot, Simon; (Cavriglia)