桂かつら

noun

katsura tree; Japanese Judas tree

A deciduous tree native to Japan and China, known for its heart-shaped leaves and sweet fragrance in autumn. The scientific name is Cercidiphyllum japonicum.

• 公こう園えんの桂かつらの木きが美うつくしく紅こう葉ようしている。

  The katsura tree in the park is beautifully turning autumn colors.