mythical sun-tree; old name for Japan; hibiscus
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mythical giant tree in the eastern sea where the sun rises
archaicIn ancient Chinese mythology (e.g., Shan Hai Jing), the Fusang tree stands in the Tang Valley (Tanggu) beyond the eastern sea, serving as the place where the sun rises and rests. Also written as 榑桑.
Ancient mythology says that the sun rises from beneath the Fusang tree every day.
The Fusang tree is a sacred tree in mythological legends.
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Fusang (legendary ancient kingdom in the eastern sea, historically referring to Japan)
archaicA historical geographical term appearing in texts such as the Book of Liang (Liang Shu), describing a land to the east of China. Historically identified with Japan or the Japanese archipelago. Also written as 榑桑.
Historical records state that Fusang refers to Japan.
He crossed east to Fusang and studied there for many years.
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hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis); Chinese hibiscus
The botanical name for the Chinese hibiscus, also known as 朱槿, 大红花, or 佛桑. Distinct in origin from the mythological term, though sharing the same characters. Commonly used in literary and botanical contexts.
The hibiscus flowers have bloomed, bright red and beautiful.
She placed a branch of hibiscus in the vase.
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Hibiscus is a common ornamental plant.