ジャポニカ

noun

japonica; common camellia

Refers specifically to Camellia japonica, the typical camellia species. Often used in botanical or horticultural contexts.

See also: 椿 (つばき)

• 庭にわにジャポニカを植うえた。

  I planted a japonica in the garden.

• ジャポニカは冬ふゆに赤あかい花はなを咲さかせる。

  The japonica blooms red flowers in winter.