lemon-wood tree

• Gebräuchlicher Name für mehrere tropische Bäume mit zitronenartigem Duft von Holz oder Blättern, vor allem bekannt als Zitronenbaum (Pittosporum eugenioides) aus Neuseeland oder als zitronenduftender Eukalyptus (Corymbia citriodora) aus Australien. Das Holz wird häufig in der Tischlerei und Möbelherstellung verwendet.

A common name for several tropical trees with lemon-scented wood or leaves, most notably the lemonwood tree (Pittosporum eugenioides) native to New Zealand, or the lemon-scented gum (Corymbia citriodora) from Australia. The wood is often used in cabinetry and woodworking.

1. A type of treeC1formal

   A common name for several trees with wood that smells like lemon, often used in woodworking or for its aromatic properties.

   Zitronenholzbaum

   • The lemon-wood tree is prized for its fragrant timber.
   • Craftsmen use the wood of the lemon-wood tree for making fine furniture.
   • The bark of the lemon-wood tree has a distinct citrus scent.