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イヌノフグリ (inunofuguri) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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In spring, many grey field-speedwells bloom along the roadside.
Written forms イヌノフグリ
kana-only spelling
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
犬いぬ の 陰嚢ふぐり
Literal kanji spelling meaning 'dog's scrotum', from the shape of the fruit. Rarely used; the kana forms are strongly preferred.
Etymology The name イヌノフグリ literally means 'dog's scrotum', referring to the shape of the plant's fruit. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, but it is a traditional Japanese plant name.
