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Definition
The Chinese parasol tree (Sterculia platanifolia).
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How it's used
梧 is rarely used as a standalone noun in modern spoken Cantonese and almost exclusively appears as part of the compound 梧桐. It refers specifically to the Chinese parasol tree, which holds cultural significance in Chinese literature and folklore. In daily life, you will mostly encounter it when discussing park landscaping or botanical names.
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There are a few Chinese parasol trees planted in the park.
Do you know when that Chinese parasol tree blooms?
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