expression, noun
tulip tree; yellow poplar
Refers to the tree species Liriodendron tulipifera, known for its tulip-shaped flowers. The name literally means 'lily tree'.
公園に大きなゆりの木が植えてある。
A large tulip tree is planted in the park.
ユリノキは春にチューリップのような花を咲かせる。
The tulip tree blooms tulip-like flowers in spring.
Alternate full kanji spelling.
Abbreviated kanji form; rarely used.
From 百合 (yuri, 'lily') + の (possessive particle) + 木 (ki, 'tree'), literally 'lily tree', referring to the shape of its flowers.