fringed iris; Japanese iris
A plant species, Iris japonica, with fringed petals. Often called シャガ in everyday contexts.
See also: 姫著莪
Fringed irises are blooming in the corner of the garden.
Fringed irises grow well even in the shade.
A related plant, Iris gracilipes, sometimes called 'slender iris'; smaller and more delicate than シャガ.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Hiragana spelling, also used.
Rare kanji spelling; not commonly used.
Rare kanji spelling; not commonly used.
Rare kanji spelling; not commonly used.
The name シャガ is of uncertain origin; it may be derived from the plant's appearance or an old Japanese name. The kanji spellings are ateji and not commonly used.