Lindera glauca

Lindera glauca is a deciduous broad-leaved shrub of the family Lauraceae native to Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula. It is distributed in Honshu (Miyagi Prefecture and westwards), Shikoku and Kyushu. It grows to a height of 2 to 7 meters.
Leaves and flowers open at the same time. It is believed to be a good-luck charm for students preparing for entrance exams because its leaves do not "fall off" in winter.

Common name: Lindera glauca, scientific name: Lindera glauca,aka: Peppercorn laurel, Yamakoubashi, Distribution：Honshu (Miyagi pref. and westwards), Shikoku and Kyushu, Height: 2-7 m, Bark color: brown, Leaf color: green to yellow to orange, Leaf texture: thick, not shiny, Leaf length: 5-10 cm, Leaf width: 2.5-4 cm, Leaf shape: oblong, Structure: alternate, dioecious Flowering season: April-May, Flower color: yellow, Fruit type: liquid fruit, Fruit diameter: 0.6 cm, Fruit color: green to black, Seed: 1 per fruit.