weeping plum; weeping Japanese apricot
A variety of plum tree with drooping branches, known for its early spring blossoms. Often planted in gardens and parks.
I planted a weeping plum in the garden.
春になると、しだれ梅が美しい花を咲かせる。
In spring, the weeping plum produces beautiful blossoms.
Commonly used mixed kanji-kana spelling.
Full kanji spelling; less common but still seen.
Abbreviated kanji spelling; rarely used.
Katakana spelling, often used in botanical contexts or for emphasis.
From しだれ (weeping, drooping) + 梅 (plum). The word describes the tree's characteristic pendulous branches.