noun
temple juniper; needle juniper
A species of juniper native to Japan, often used in gardens and bonsai. The scientific name is Juniperus rigida.
庭にネズの木を植えた。
I planted a temple juniper in the garden.
ネズは盆栽にもよく使われる。
Needle junipers are often used for bonsai as well.
The origin of the Japanese name ネズ is uncertain. The kanji 杜松 literally means 'forest pine' but is a specific name for this juniper.