willow-leafed magnolia; anise magnolia
A deciduous tree native to Japan, known for its fragrant leaves and early spring flowers. The scientific name is Magnolia salicifolia.
The flowers of the willow-leafed magnolia bloom white in early spring.
タムシバの葉をもむと、いい香りがする。
When you crush a leaf of the anise magnolia, it gives off a pleasant fragrance.
コブシ (Magnolia kobus) is a closely related magnolia species with similar white flowers, but its leaves are broader and less fragrant.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Rare kanji spelling; the characters are ateji and not commonly used.
Rare kanji spelling; the characters are ateji and not commonly used.
Rare kanji spelling; the characters are ateji and not commonly used.
The name タムシバ is of Japanese origin. The kanji spellings are ateji and not etymologically significant. The exact derivation is uncertain, but it may be related to the plant's traditional use or appearance.