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.

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