scarlet kadsura; Kadsura japonica
A species of evergreen climbing plant native to Japan, known for its red fruit clusters.
A scarlet kadsura is planted in the garden.
The fruit of the scarlet kadsura turns red in autumn.
Rare kanji spelling; the kana form is preferred.
Katakana spelling, often used in botanical contexts.
Rare kanji spelling; the kana form is preferred.
The origin of the name さねかずら is uncertain; it is a native Japanese word for this plant species.