noun
Fuji cherry; Prunus incisa
A small cherry tree native to Japan, known for its early spring blossoms. Often written in kana.
See also: 富士桜
マメザクラは富士山周辺でよく見られる。
Fuji cherry trees are often seen around Mount Fuji.
庭にマメザクラを植えた。
I planted a Fuji cherry in the garden.
Synonym for the same species; マメザクラ is the more common name in botanical contexts.
From 豆 (まめ, 'bean') + 桜 (さくら, 'cherry'), referring to the small size of the tree and its blossoms.