japanese pink
Definition
Noun: 1. A specific garden flower: A cultivated variety of Dianthus chinensis (China pink) characterized by its flowers having petals with deeply notched or fringed edges.
Usage
This term is used specifically in horticulture and gardening to identify and describe this particular ornamental plant. * The border was brightened by a cluster of Japanese pink. * She prefers the frilly appearance of Japanese pink to other types of dianthus.
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily a common name for a specific cultivar and is used in plant catalogs and gardening discussions.
- It is often classified under the broader species .
Variants and Related Words
- China pink (): The parent species from which the Japanese pink variety was cultivated.
- Dianthus: The genus name for pinks and carnations.
Synonyms
- Fringed pink (a descriptive synonym referring to the petal shape).
- Rainbow pink (a name sometimes used for related cultivars with multi-colored flowers).
Notes
- Despite the name, the plant is not necessarily native to Japan; the name likely refers to the style of cultivation or breeding.
- It is an annual or biennial plant commonly grown in flower beds and containers for its colorful, long-lasting blooms.
Noun
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a flowering variety of China pink distinguished by jagged-edged petals
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