The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EUCALYPTUS
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The straight part
We know that "tree" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tree = eucalyptus.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does EUCALYPTUS mean?
EUCALYPTUS noun- Any of many trees, of genus Eucalyptus, native mainly to Australia.
- A greenish colour, like that of a eucalyptus leaves.