noun
princess-flower; Tibouchina urvilleana
A flowering plant native to Brazil, known for its vibrant purple flowers. Often grown as an ornamental in warmer regions.
庭に紫紺野牡丹が咲いている。
Princess-flowers are blooming in the garden.
The name 紫紺野牡丹 literally means 'purple-dark-blue wild peony', referring to the flower's color and resemblance to peonies. The exact derivation is uncertain.