Uses: Highly ornamental tree with a distinctive bulbous shaped truck similar to a boab.
Very adaptable drought tolerant plant though does grow quicker if there is extra water available. Likes well drained soil. Often used in larger gardens and parks. Can be semi deciduous if the climate is a little cooler.
Propagate from seed though use gloves as the fine hairs surrounding the seed can be an irritant.
Culturally significant plant with indigenous peoples using the seeds, roots, stems and bark as food or materials.