Japanese spindle tree
A deciduous shrub or small tree native to East Asia, known for its pinkish fruits and autumn foliage. Scientific name: Euonymus sieboldianus.
I planted a Japanese spindle tree in the garden.
秋になるとマユミの実がピンク色に色づく。
In autumn, the fruits of the Japanese spindle tree turn pink.
Usually written in kana; katakana is common for plant names.
Kanji form is rare and may be confused with the given name 真弓.
Hiragana spelling, also used.
The name may derive from the use of its wood for making bows (真弓, 'true bow'), but the exact origin is uncertain.