Celastrus orbiculatus; Oriental bittersweet
A deciduous climbing vine native to East Asia, known for its ornamental yellow and red fruits. The Japanese name literally means 'vine plum mock'.
In autumn, the fruits of the Oriental bittersweet turn yellow.
Oriental bittersweet is often used in ikebana.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare and may not be widely recognized; the plant is usually written in kana.
The name ツルウメモドキ (蔓梅擬) literally means 'vine plum mock', referring to its resemblance to the plum tree and its vine-like growth habit. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.