a plant with roots used for red dye; Rubia cordifolia
x, 16 strokes, radical 艹, Very Hard
rú(ru2) T2
1a plant with roots used for red dye; Rubia cordifolia
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March 24, 2026
蕠rú(ru2)
The character 蕠 (rú) refers to a specific plant, Rubia cordifolia, which has roots that are traditionally used to produce a red dye. This term is less commonly used in everyday language and can be seen in specialized contexts related to botany or traditional dyeing processes.
Strokes16Radical艹Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, natural dyes from plants like 蕠 have been used in textile production for centuries, showcasing the deep connection between agriculture and art.
Memory Tip
Think of 蕠 as a 'root' (the radical is '艹' which relates to plants) that can 'rouge' (sounds like 'rú') your clothing with a vibrant red color. Imagine a root being pulled from the ground and transforming into a beautiful red hue.
Meanings of 蕠
rú(ru2)
1a plant with roots used for red dye; Rubia cordifolia
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蕠Simplified
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艹Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 蕠
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 蕠 as a 'root' (the radical is '艹' which relates to plants) that can 'rouge' (sounds like 'rú') your clothing with a vibrant red color. Imagine a root being pulled from the ground and transforming into a beautiful red hue.
Usage Notes
This character is rarely used in contemporary language, so it's important to be aware of its specific context in botanical discussions or traditional dyeing. Avoid confusing it with its variant, 茹 (rú), which has different meanings and uses.
HSK Study Tips
Since 蕠 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners should focus on the radicals and components that relate to plants and colors. Understanding the context of botanical terms can enrich vocabulary at higher levels.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, natural dyes from plants like 蕠 have been used in textile production for centuries, showcasing the deep connection between agriculture and art.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蕠 with its variant 茹. For example, saying '我喜欢蕠' when referring to eating a vegetable is incorrect; instead, use '我喜欢茹'.
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Cultural Notes for 蕠
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In traditional Chinese culture, natural dyes from plants like 蕠 have been used in textile production for centuries, showcasing the deep connection between agriculture and art.
Word Family of 蕠
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蕠rúvariant of 茹藘, Rubia cordifolia or Rubia akane, roots used as red dye
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蕠
蕠 refers to a plant known for its roots used in producing red dye.
No, 蕠 is primarily found in specialized discussions about plants and dyes.
蕠 refers specifically to the dye-producing plant, while 茹 has broader meanings related to edible plants.
