Japanese canopy plant; Paris japonica
A perennial herb native to Japan, known for its whorl of leaves and single flower. Botanical name Paris japonica.
Paris japonica grows on moist forest floors in mountainous areas.
The flower of Paris japonica blooms singly at the center of its leaves.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare; the plant is normally written in kana.
The name キヌガサソウ (衣笠草) literally means 'silk umbrella plant', referring to the shape of its leaves. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.