California poppy; golden poppy
Refers to the flowering plant Eschscholzia californica, known for its bright orange-yellow blooms.
In spring, California poppies bloom in the garden.
The California poppy is the state flower of California.
Katakana spelling is the most common written form; the word is usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare and mainly used in botanical contexts.
The name ハナビシソウ (花菱草) literally means 'flower-diamond grass', referring to the shape of the petals. The exact origin of the Japanese name is uncertain, but it likely describes the flower's appearance.