bald cypress; Taxodium distichum
A deciduous conifer native to the southeastern United States, known for its 'knees' and swamp habitat. In Japanese, often encountered in botanical or gardening contexts.
See also: ラクウショウ
The bald cypress is a deciduous conifer that grows in wetlands.
Bald cypresses are planted by the pond in the park.
Standard kanji spelling for this tree name.
Katakana spelling, common in botanical contexts or when emphasizing the scientific name.
Compound of 沼 (numa, 'swamp') and 杉 (sugi, 'cedar'), referring to its habitat and resemblance to cedars. The reading is a straightforward kun'yomi combination.