# Paulownia

桐 kiri

![Paulownia](https://www.furoshiki.com/motifs/kiri.svg)

Nobility and high office; the paulownia is the tree where the phoenix is said to nest.

Chinese phoenix lore; Japanese crest and textile use

A noble crest and textile motif; blooms May–June but is used year-round.

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Source: https://www.furoshiki.com/motifs/kiri/