chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum indicum)
A species of chrysanthemum native to East Asia, often called 'Indian chrysanthemum' in English. Related to 油菊 (abura-giku).
See also: アブラギク
Shima-kangiku are blooming in the garden.
Katakana spelling is standard for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling exists but is rarely used; the plant name is normally written in kana.
Compound of 島 (shima, 'island') + 寒菊 (kangiku, 'winter chrysanthemum'), referring to a chrysanthemum that blooms in colder seasons and is found in coastal or island regions. The exact derivation is uncertain.