Japanese Sumac (Noun)
Meaning
Small Asiatic tree yielding a toxic exudate from which lacquer is obtained.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Japanese sumac tree is a small deciduous tree native to East Asia, valued for its lacquer-producing sap.
- The artist carefully applied multiple layers of lacquer derived from the Japanese sumac tree to achieve a glossy finish.
- In traditional Japanese craftsmanship, the sap of the Japanese sumac tree is harvested and processed to create a durable, waterproof coating.
- The Japanese sumac tree has been cultivated for centuries in Asia for its valuable sap, which is used to produce a range of products, from decorative objects to furniture.
- The use of Japanese sumac tree sap in lacquer production dates back to ancient times, with evidence of its use found in artifacts from the Han Dynasty.
Synonyms
- Japanese Lacquer Tree
- Japanese Varnish Tree
- Chinese Lacquer Tree
- Rhus Verniciflua
- Varnish Tree
- Lacquer Tree
- Toxicodendron Vernicifluum