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Varnish Tree (Noun)

Meaning 1

Large tree native to southeastern Asia; the nuts yield oil used in varnishes; nut kernels strung together are used locally as candles.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

  • Aleurites Moluccana
  • Candlenut

Hypernyms

  • Angiospermous Tree

Meaning 2

Small Asiatic tree yielding a toxic exudate from which lacquer is obtained.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The varnish tree, also known as Rhus vernicifera, is native to Asia and can be found in various parts of China and Japan.
  • For centuries, the toxic exudate from the varnish tree has been used to create high-quality lacquer used in furniture and other woodwork.
  • In traditional Asian medicine, the varnish tree has been used to treat various health conditions, despite its toxicity.
  • The sap of the varnish tree must be carefully extracted and refined to remove impurities before it can be used as a varnish.
  • Cultivating the varnish tree requires a delicate balance of sunlight, water, and nutrients to ensure its optimal growth and sap production.

Synonyms

  • Japanese Sumac
  • Japanese Lacquer Tree
  • Japanese Varnish Tree
  • Chinese Lacquer Tree
  • Rhus Verniciflua
  • Lacquer Tree
  • Toxicodendron Vernicifluum
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