What does Japonica mean, it is seen in so many plant names
By Tiffytoos
Essex,
United Kingdom 
I see the word Japonica in so many plant names, what exactly does it mean
21 Jan, 2009
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But just because a plant says 'japonica' does not mean that it comes from Japan, only that it was believed to have originated there.
21 Jan, 2009
It's probably used because they couldn't think of a more specific name!! I expect after a hard day naming new plants you run out of ideas!
21 Jan, 2009
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Hi i believe it means, of Japan.
21 Jan, 2009