japonica
Pronunciation: /dʒəˈpɒnɪkə/
Definition of japonica
noun
- an Asian shrub of the rose family, with bright red flowers followed by round white, green, or yellow edible fruits. Also called Japanese quince.
- Genus Chaenomeles, family Rosaceae: several species, in particular C. speciosa, which is grown as an ornamental
Origin:
early 19th century: modern Latin, feminine of japonicus 'Japanese'