garden nasturtium; Indian cress
Refers to the flowering plant Tropaeolum majus, often grown as an ornamental and edible flower.
Garden nasturtiums are blooming in the garden.
Nasturtium leaves can be used in salads.
Katakana spelling is common in botanical and everyday contexts.
The Japanese name 金蓮花 (kinrenka) is a direct translation of the Chinese name for the plant, referring to its golden lotus-like flowers.