Definitions

1. 1. lit. iris and orchid
2. 2. fig. exalted sentiments
3. 3. (expr. of praise for noble character, beautiful surrounding, future prospects etc)

Components

• 芝 zhī – Zoysia pungens
• 兰 Lán – surname Lan

Related Words

• 芝兰之室 zhī lán zhī shì – lit. a room with irises and orchids (idiom); fig. in wealthy and pleasant company
• 芝兰玉树 zhī lán yù shù – lit. orchids and jade trees (idiom); fig. a child with splendid future prospects