also: しきび
Japanese star anise
A poisonous evergreen tree native to Japan; its aromatic wood and leaves are used in Buddhist rituals and incense. Not to be confused with the edible Chinese star anise (Illicium verum).
Shikimi is a plant often used in Buddhist ceremonies.
Be careful because the fruit of the Japanese star anise is poisonous.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and may not be widely recognized; usually written in kana.
Hiragana spelling, also common.
Hiragana for the alternate reading しきび.
Alternate reading variant, less common.
The origin of the name しきみ is uncertain. The kanji 樒 is a kokuji (Japanese-made character) used specifically for this plant.