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Cercidiphyllum

Cercidiphyllum

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A group of trees from East Asia with heart-shaped leaves and bright autumn colour
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Cercidiphyllum
  • One of the most popular species in the Cercidiphyllum genus is commonly called the katsura tree.

Examples

  • The Cercidiphyllum tree is known for its beautiful fall colors.

  • Many gardeners choose Cercidiphyllum for its heart-shaped leaves.

  • Botanists often refer to Cercidiphyllum when discussing ornamental trees from East Asia.

  • The Cercidiphyllum in our garden displays brilliant yellow foliage in autumn.

  • The Cercidiphyllum tree in our yard is stunning with its colorful autumn leaves.

  • Botanists often refer to Cercidiphyllum when studying deciduous trees native to East Asia.

  • In the fall, the Cercidiphyllum showcases vibrant foliage that attracts many admirers.

Compounds

Cercidiphyllum japonicum
  • Specialized
9.9

Fast-growing tree from China and Japan with heart-shaped, sweet-smelling leaves that turn yellow to red in autumn

Surface Forms

Cercidiphyllum singular
Cercidiphyllums plural

Etymology

Cercidiphyllum comes from the tree name Cercis, which has heart-shaped leaves, and the Greek part -phyllum, which means 'leaf'. So the name means 'with leaves like a Cercis', a simple image to remember the katsura tree's heart-shaped leaves and bright autumn color.