noun
higan cherry; spring cherry
Refers to Prunus subhirtella, a weeping cherry that blooms around the spring equinox (higan). Often called 'early-flowering cherry' in English.
See also: 江戸彼岸
公園のヒガンザクラが満開だ。
The higan cherry trees in the park are in full bloom.
noun
Colloquial use for Prunus pendula, a different weeping cherry species. Not a strict botanical term; may be used loosely in everyday speech.
See also: 江戸彼岸
あのヒガンザクラは枝が長く垂れているね。
That weeping cherry has long drooping branches, doesn't it?