noun
crimson bottlebrush; Callistemon citrinus
A plant name; the katakana form is standard in everyday use.
庭にキンポウジュを植えた。
I planted a crimson bottlebrush in the garden.
The name キンポウジュ (金宝樹) literally means 'gold treasure tree', likely referring to the showy, brush-like flowers. The exact origin of the Japanese name is uncertain.