chinese parasol
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A tall chinese parasol tree stands in a sunny park with its distinctive leaves and seed pods.
Definition
Noun: 1. Chinese parasol: A deciduous tree (Firmiana simplex), native to Asia but widely cultivated in warm regions like the southern United States. It is valued as an ornamental tree for its attractive, maple-like leaves, its showy clusters of yellow-green flowers, and its distinctive seed pods that resemble leaves.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Chinese parasol in the park provides excellent shade with its broad, handsome leaves.
- Botanists study the unique leaflike pods of the Chinese parasol.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: The term is used specifically in gardening, landscaping, and botany to identify this particular species. It is often mentioned for its rapid growth and tropical appearance.
- For a fast-growing shade tree with unusual seed pods, consider planting a Chinese parasol.
Variants and Related Words
- Phoenix tree: Another common name for the same species ().
- Firmiana simplex: The formal botanical (Latin) name for the Chinese parasol tree.
- Varnish tree: A name sometimes used, referring to the tree's sap.
Synonyms
- Phoenix tree
- Firmiana simplex (scientific name)
A tall chinese parasol tree stands in a sunny park with its distinctive leaves and seed pods.
Noun
- deciduous tree widely grown in southern United States as an ornamental for its handsome maplelike foliage and long racemes of yellow-green flowers followed by curious leaflike pods