also: ごとう
noun
Chinese parasol tree; phoenix tree
A deciduous tree native to East Asia, known for its large leaves and green bark. Often planted as a street tree or ornamental tree.
アオギリは夏に大きな葉を広げる。
The Chinese parasol tree spreads its large leaves in summer.
公園のアオギリの木陰で休んだ。
We rested in the shade of the Chinese parasol tree in the park.
Alternate kanji spelling; less common than kana forms.
On-reading of the kanji; rarely used.
Kanji spelling; less common than kana forms.
On-reading of the kanji; rarely used.
The name アオギリ (aogiri) literally means 'blue paulownia', referring to the tree's green bark and its resemblance to the paulownia tree. The kanji 梧桐 are Chinese characters for the same tree.