rape blossoms; rapeseed flowers
Refers to the bright yellow flowers of the rapeseed plant, often associated with spring scenery and cooking.
See also: 菜 (な)
In spring, rape blossoms bloom all over.
Blanched rapeseed flowers are a taste of spring.
Standard kanji spelling; commonly used in news and everyday contexts.
Compound of 菜 (na, 'edible greens') + の (possessive particle) + 花 (hana, 'flower'), literally 'flowers of the greens'.