sad tree

noun

1. night jasmine ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of sad tree¹

1865–70; translation of New Latin arbor tristis

Example Sentences

The willow has ever been a sad tree, whereof such as have lost their love make their mourning garlands.

From Project Gutenberg

Willows: a sad tree, whereof such who have lost their love make their mourning garlands.

From Project Gutenberg