black oak
Refers to a type of oak tree, specifically Quercus myrsinifolia or similar species. Botanical term; in everyday contexts, simply 樫 (かし) may be used.
公園の隅に大きな黒樫が立っている。
A large black oak stands in the corner of the park.
Standard kanji spelling for the tree.
Alternate kanji form using 橿; less common than 黒樫.
Compound of 黒 (くろ, 'black') + 樫 (かし, 'evergreen oak'), referring to the dark bark or leaves of this oak species.