枸 (gǒu) - A type of tree, specifically the Chinese wolfberry & also used in the name of a citrus

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gǒu ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

枸 · gǒu

A type of tree, specifically the Chinese wolfberry (Lycium chinense) or the medlar tree (Cudrania tricuspidata);

also used in the name of a citrus fruit.

A type of tree, specifically the Chinese wolfberryalso used in the name of a citrus

Usage highlights

Chinese wolfberryGoji berryMedlar treeCitronWolfberry teaWolfberry wine

Synonyms

  • 枸杞— Chinese wolfberry, goji berry
  • 枸骨— Medlar tree

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The Chinese wolfberry (枸杞) is used in traditional medicine.
  • The medlar tree (枸骨) has thorny leaves.
  • He planted a citrus tree (枸橼) in his garden.
  • This tea contains goji berries (枸杞子).

Collocations

  • Chinese wolfberry(枸杞)
  • Goji berry(枸杞子)
  • Medlar tree(枸骨)
  • Citron(枸橼)
  • Wolfberry tea(枸杞茶)
  • Wolfberry wine(枸杞酒)

Idioms

  • To nourish the liver and kidneys(滋补肝肾, often associated with wolfberry)
  • To brighten the eyes(明目, a property attributed to wolfberry)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The Chinese wolfberry (枸杞) has a long history in Traditional Chinese Medicine, believed to nourish the liver and kidneys and improve eyesight.
  • In Chinese culture, the wolfberry is often used in soups, teas, and tonics for its health benefits.
  • The character 枸 is also used in the name of the citron (枸橼), a fragrant citrus fruit.

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