In the Tale of Genji handscrolls, which plant came to symbolize fading life and love and the season of autumn?

A) Cherry blossom
B) Peony
C) Bush-clover
D) Chrysanthemum

Tale of Genji Handscrolls

A collection of Japanese illustrated handscrolls from the early 12th century, depicting the narrative of the Tale of Genji, a classic work of Japanese literature.

Bush-Clover

A type of plant belonging to the genus Lespedeza, known for its slender branches and small pea-like flowers, and often featured in East Asian art and literature for its aesthetic qualities.

Autumn

One of the four seasons, marked by the cooling of temperature and the falling of leaves from deciduous trees, typically considered to run from September to November in the Northern Hemisphere.