kusanoko

The Tokai dandelion is a perennial Japanese dandelion that blooms in the spring.  
It looks very similar to the Japanese dandelion, but when distinguishing between dandelions  
The bracts (the leaves that have mutated to wrap around the flower below the head flower) are the most important factors in distinguishing a dandelion from a non-native or a native  dandelion.  
You can tell whether it is an exotic or native species.  
The dandelions with recurved bracts are non-native, while those without recurved bracts are native to Japan.  
The Tokai dandelion, as its name suggests, is distributed in the Tokai region,  
It is a difficult species to distinguish from other dandelions because of the many mutations and hybrids.  
At a quick glance, the bright yellow head flower and not deep bright yellow-green leaf stalks and bracts are impressive.  
This dandelion is also called the "Hiroha dandelion" because its leaves are wider than those of other dandelions.  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

Toukai tanpopo

Hitorishizuka is a Japanese native perennial that blooms in spring.
It is often found blooming quietly on dark mountain paths in low mountains.  
The two leaves are arranged in a cross-like ring of opposite leaves.  
The flowers have no petals or sepals, and the stamens and pistils are attached in a brush-like shape.  
The name comes from "Shizugozen," a female clapper in the late Heian to early Kamakura periods.  

  
  
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Hitorishizuka

Thunberg lily is a cultivated perennial that blooms in early summer.  
It can be found along the coast, in sandy and gravelly areas, and on rocky shores.  
The flowers are bright orange with reddish brown spots. The leaves are lanceolate, alternate, and densely packed.  
The name "sukashi" means "watermark," and it was given the name "sukashi" because the base of the flower is narrow and a gap can be seen between the flowers.  
Individuals found along the Pacific coast north of the Chubu region are called Iwatoyuri, while those found along the Sea of Japan coast are called Iwayuri.  

  
  
   
  
  