1.
ornamental plant; decorative plant
a plant grown primarily for its beauty rather than for food, timber, or other practical uses
Combines 観賞 (appreciation, viewing for enjoyment) and 植物 (plant). Includes flowers, foliage plants, bonsai, succulents, and other plants valued for their visual appeal. In Japan, ornamental plants play an important role in traditional culture through 盆栽, 生け花, and garden design.
Common collocations
- 観賞植物を育てる: to grow ornamental plants
- 室内観賞植物: indoor ornamental plants
- 観賞植物園: ornamental plant garden
- 観賞植物の手入れ: ornamental plant care