Showing posts with label robai. Show all posts
Showing posts with label robai. Show all posts
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Robai (Chimonanthus praecox) flowers in Engaku-ji
In the nearly colorless garden covered with lingering snow, the vivid yellow flowers of Robai are in full bloom and are diffusing an enticing pleasant aroma into the frosty air.
Robai begins to bloom early in January and comforts us with its noble and fragrant flowers in this flowerless season.
The name "Robai" comes from the figure of its flower which appears to be made of beeswax and resembles the flower of Ume (Japanese apricot).
January 17, 2011
Robai (Chimonanthus praecox) tree in Tokei-ji temple
In the quiet garden of Tokei-ji, the fragrant Robai have come into full bloom and the vivid crimson flowers of Ume have finally started to open.
Spring is steadily approaching here step by step.
January 1, 2011
Robai (Chimonanthus praecox) flowers in Kencho-ji
"Robai" means a "waxwork plum" because its flower has bright-yellow waxwork-like petals.
This plant flowers vividly in the coldest period of winter and gratifies the eye in the quiet gardens lacking in flowers and colors.
December 27, 2010
January 15, 2010
Robai (Chimonanthus praecox) flowers in Engaku-ji temple
The petals of these small flowers seem to be made of pure beeswax.
January 6, 2010
Robai (Chimonanthus praecox) flowers in Tokei-ji temple
These elegant "Robai" flowers were gently giving off an enchanting perfume in the chill air of this garden. It was unfortunate that my camera could not capture such a pleasant perfume.
The name of "Robai" means a waxwork plum and is named after the waxwork-like petals of its flower. In Japan, this plant is called "one of the three close friends of harsh winter" as well as a pine tree and a bamboo plant.
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