Chen Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Tree (mù) Entry: Gui Kangxi strokes: 15 Page 548, Entry 11 Compendium of Phonology (Jiyun): Pronounced gui. The name of a tree. A material suitable for making bows. Also, Classified Compilation (Leipian): Another account states that the bark of the Fan-gui tree, when soaked in water, produces a color resembling ink; it is used for writing and does not fade.