noble orchid; Cymbidium goeringii
A species of orchid native to East Asia, often appreciated for its fragrance and cultivated as an ornamental plant.
In spring, you can see noble orchids blooming in the mountains.
Because of its pleasant fragrance, the noble orchid is also popular as a bonsai plant.
Kanji spelling is possible but uncommon; usually written in kana.
The name 春蘭 (literally 'spring orchid') refers to its flowering season. The exact origin of the Japanese name is uncertain, but it is a straightforward descriptive compound.