tulip tree; yellow poplar
Refers to the tree species Liriodendron tulipifera, known for its tulip-shaped flowers. The name literally means 'lily tree'.
A large tulip tree is planted in the park.
The tulip tree blooms tulip-like flowers in spring.
Commonly used spelling; usually written in kana.
Katakana spelling is very common for plant names and is the recommended form per the source; usually written in kana.
Abbreviated kanji form; rarely used.
Full kanji spelling; less common but still encountered.
Alternate full kanji spelling.
Abbreviated kanji form; rarely used.
The Japanese botanical name was given for the tree’s tulip-like flowers; it is written 百合の木 as though formed from 百合, “lily,” and 木, “tree.”