noun
A deciduous tree native to Japan, Betula grossa. Also called 梓 (あずさ).
See also: 梓 (あずさ)
鼠桜は山地に自生する落葉高木です。
The Japanese cherry birch is a deciduous tall tree that grows naturally in mountainous areas.
Synonym for the same tree, Betula grossa. 梓 is more common in literary or traditional contexts, while 鼠桜 is a more descriptive name.
The name 鼠桜 (nezumi-zakura) literally means 'mouse cherry', likely referring to the grayish bark or small fruits. The exact origin is uncertain.