Translation guide
A specific tree species native to Japan, Prunus grayana, known for its small white flowers and small black fruits. This is a botanical term, not an everyday word.
Referring to the tree itself, in botanical or nature contexts.
This is a specialized botanical term. In everyday conversation, Japanese people may not know this tree by name. If you are not in a scientific context, you might simply describe it as a type of cherry tree (桜の一種).
Kanji form of the same name. Less common in modern texts but may appear in older literature or formal botanical descriptions.
The flowers of the Japanese bird cherry form racemes.