pink sea milkwort
A plant species, Glaux maritima var. obtusifolia. Botanical term; learners may encounter it in nature guides or scientific contexts.
I found pink sea milkwort on the seashore.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling exists but is rarely used; the word is usually written in kana.
Compound of 海 (umi, 'sea') and 緑 (midori, 'green'), referring to its seaside habitat and green color. The exact derivation is uncertain.