Japanese box tree
A specific variety of box tree native to Japan (Buxus microphylla var. japonica). Rare term; usually written in kana.
See also: ツゲ
The Japanese box tree is sometimes used as a garden plant.
黄楊 (つげ) is the general term for box tree, while アサマツゲ refers specifically to the Japanese variety.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare; the word is usually written in kana.
The name likely derives from 朝熊 (Asama), a place name, and 黄楊 (tsuge, box tree). The exact origin is uncertain.