katsura tree

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katsura tree

The katsura tree in the park turns a brilliant yellow in the autumn.

Definition

Noun: 1. A deciduous tree native to East Asia: The katsura tree is a species of tree (Cercidiphyllum japonicum) originally from China and Japan, known for its rapid growth. 2. An ornamental tree: It is cultivated in gardens and parks for its attractive, heart-shaped leaves which emit a sweet, sugary scent, especially in autumn when they change color.

Examples of Usage
  • The katsura tree in the botanical garden is famous for its candy-like autumn fragrance.
  • We planted a katsura tree for its beautiful blue-green summer foliage.
  • In autumn, the leaves of the katsura tree turn brilliant shades of yellow and scarlet.
Advanced Usage
  • "The katsura is at its peak...": Used to describe when the tree is displaying its most notable seasonal feature.
    • The katsura is at its peak in mid-October, when its scent fills the air.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cercidiphyllum japonicum (n): The scientific, Latin name for the katsura tree.
  • Katsura (n): A common shortened form used to refer to the tree.
Synonyms
  • Caramel tree: An informal name referring to the distinctive sweet scent of its autumn leaves.
katsura tree

The katsura tree in the park turns a brilliant yellow in the autumn.

Noun
  1. rapidly growing deciduous tree of low mountainsides of China and Japan; grown as an ornamental for its dark blue-green candy-scented foliage that becomes yellow to scarlet in autumn

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