Reineckea carnea; a flowering plant in the asparagus family
A perennial evergreen plant native to East Asia, often grown as an ornamental ground cover. The name literally means 'auspicious grass'.
I planted Reineckea carnea in the shady part of the garden.
Reineckea carnea keeps its green leaves even in winter.
Kanji spelling; rarely used in practice.
The Japanese name 吉祥草 (kichijōsō) combines 吉祥 (auspicious, good omen) and 草 (grass, plant). The exact origin of the name is uncertain, but it likely refers to the plant's evergreen nature and its use as a symbol of good fortune.