A large, evergreen tree widely grown in tropical regions for its decorative leaves, fragrant flowers and spreading crown. Originally from east Africa and tropical Asia, it is a popular garden specimen for its low branching and slow growth. It will not take over but will provide useful shade as it matures to its eventual height of some 8 to 15 m. Its small, white flowers are dominated by brilliant yellow stamens and are produced twice a year. Its fruits are between 2 and 4 cm in diameter and ripen to an attractive deep orange/ reddish brown. They yield an oil useful for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.