(róng) - A type of plant, specifically the Chinese hibiscus & also used in historical place names.

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róng | 9 strokes | radical:

· róng

A type of plant, specifically the Chinese hibiscus or a kind of weed;

also used in historical place names.

A type of plant, specifically the Chinese hibiscusalso used in historical place names.

Usage highlights

Chinese hibiscusRongzeRong plantRong flower

Synonyms

  • 芙蓉hibiscus (common name)
  • 木槿rose of Sharon (another hibiscus species)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The hibiscus flower (茙葵) is known for its beauty.
  • This plant grows wild in certain regions (茙草).
  • There is a historical place called Rongze (茙泽).

Collocations

  • Chinese hibiscus(茙葵)
  • Rongze (place name)(茙泽)
  • Rong plant(茙草)
  • Rong flower(茙花)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in ancient Chinese texts as a plant name.
  • Used in historical geographical names in China.

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