noun
withered reeds
Refers to reeds that have dried and withered, especially in winter. Often used in poetic or descriptive contexts.
冬の川辺には枯葦が風に揺れていた。
By the river in winter, withered reeds swayed in the wind.
Compound of 枯れ (kare, 'withered') + 葦 (ashi, 'reed').