zoysia japonica
Noun: * A species of perennial grass (Zoysia japonica), native to East Asia and widely used for lawns and turf due to its dense growth, drought tolerance, and ability to withstand heavy foot traffic. It is commonly known as Japanese or Korean lawn grass.
Zoysia japonica is used as a singular noun to refer to the specific grass species. It is a technical/botanical term. * For general gardening contexts, the common names "Japanese lawn grass" or "Korean grass" are often used instead of the scientific name. * It is typically discussed in contexts related to lawn care, landscaping, golf courses, and ground cover.
- Noun:
- The golf course was reseeded with Zoysia japonica for its durability.
- Compared to other grasses, Zoysia japonica has excellent heat resistance.
- Many homeowners choose Zoysia japonica for a low-maintenance lawn.
- In botanical or horticultural writing, the scientific name is always italicized.
- It can be part of a compound noun when specifying a cultivated variety (cultivar), e.g., Zoysia japonica.
- Japanese lawn grass: The most common English name for this species.
- Korean grass: Another common name, reflecting its prevalence in Korea.
- Zoysia grass / zoysiagrass: The general common name for the genus , which includes , , and .
- Lawngrass / Turf grass: General terms for grass species used for lawns.
- Japanese lawn grass
- Korean grass
- (Genus level) Zoysia grass
This term has only one specific meaning: it refers exclusively to this particular species of grass within the Zoysia genus. It is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.
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lawn grass common in China and Japan; grown also in United States
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