noun
Chloranthus japonicus
A perennial herb native to East Asia, known for its small white flowers. The Japanese name literally means 'alone and quiet'.
春になると、山でひとりしずかが咲いているのを見かけます。
In spring, you can see Chloranthus japonicus blooming in the mountains.
The name ひとりしずか (hitorishizuka) is a compound of 一人 (hitori, 'one person') and 静か (shizuka, 'quiet'), likely referring to the plant's solitary and modest appearance. The exact origin is uncertain.