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How many can you read? Test your general knowledge with a spring flower kanji quiz

When spring comes, beautiful flowers color the towns and the fields and mountains.

When those flowers are written in kanji, you might unexpectedly find yourself thinking, “Which flower was that again?” Even flower names we usually see in katakana or hiragana can feel completely different when written in kanji.

So in this article, we present a general-audience kanji quiz about spring flowers! It’s a quiz where you answer the readings, so try solving it while picturing spring flowers.

Now then, how many can you get right?

How many can you read? Test your general knowledge with a spring flower kanji quiz (11–20)

How do you read “春紫苑”?NEW!

How do you read “春紫苑”? NEW!
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Philadelphia fleabane

These are small purple flowers that bloom in fields and along roadsides from spring to early summer. As their name suggests, they are a type of aster that blooms in spring, modest yet charming. Their flower language is “reminiscence” and “unforgettable feelings,” and their quietly blooming presence gently lingers in the hearts of those who watch over them. They are a familiar, lovable flower that offers a moment of calm amid the springtime landscape.

How do you read “枝垂桜”?NEW!

How do you read “枝垂桜”?
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weeping cherry (tree)

It is a type of cherry tree that produces pink blossoms on long, drooping branches in spring. The elegantly swaying flowers resemble a spring haze and bring a sense of calm to those who see them. Its flower meanings are “grace,” “purity,” and “spiritual beauty,” and it brightens spring landscapes in gardens and along rivers. Modest yet striking, it is a beautiful flower that symbolizes spring in Japan, and simply seeing it in bloom brings peace to the heart.

How do you read “石楠花”?NEW!

How do you read “石楠花”? NEW!
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rhododendron

Rhododendrons are evergreen shrubs that produce large, showy blossoms from spring to early summer. Their vivid colors—red, pink, white, and purple—make them a common sight in gardens and in the wild. Their flower language is “dignity,” “prudence,” and “wariness,” reflecting their captivating beauty. With a luxurious appearance and commanding presence, these flowers brighten the spring landscape the moment you look up at them.

How do you read “雛罌粟”?NEW!

How do you read “雛罌粟”? NEW!
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poppy

It’s a charming plant that blooms with vivid red and orange flowers in spring. The petals are thin and soft, and the way they sway in the wind is truly beautiful. Its floral meanings are “comfort,” “compassion,” and “sleep,” leaving a gentle, lingering impression. When you come across it in fields or gardens, it brightens your mood and energy—a familiar flower that colors the spring season.

How do you read “香雪蘭”?NEW!

How do you read “香雪蘭”?NEW!
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freesia

Known in Japanese as freesia, it’s a charming plant that blooms in spring with small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The blossoms have a gentle air, and their subtle swaying is captivating. Its flower meanings are “pure heart” and “calmness,” and planting it in a garden or flower bed evokes the feeling of spring’s arrival. Modest yet refreshingly fragrant and graceful, it brings a sense of comfort to those who look at it.

In conclusion

How many questions did you get right on the general spring flowers kanji quiz? Even flowers we see every day can feel fresh and surprising when written in kanji—“So that’s how it’s written!” This kind of knowledge can also help spark and broaden conversations.

When you spot flowers with the arrival of spring, try picturing their kanji too!