also: かのこゆり
noun
showy lily; brilliant lily
A species of lily (Lilium speciosum) native to Japan, known for its showy, spotted flowers. The name refers to the fawn-like spots on the petals.
カノコユリは夏に美しい花を咲かせます。
The showy lily blooms beautifully in summer.
庭にカノコユリを植えました。
I planted showy lilies in the garden.
From 鹿の子 (kanoko, 'fawn') + 百合 (yuri, 'lily'), referring to the spotted pattern on the petals resembling a fawn's coat.