[2] It has alternate, deciduous leaves up to 30 cm (12 inches) across and small fragrant, greenish-white flowers borne in large inflorescences.

A flowering tree varies in fragrance with weather and time of the day, having a lemony odor with citronella and chocolate tones.

After soaking it by the river for about a month, they remove the rotted bark and twist the remaining fibers into ropes.

[8] This species is an aggressive, invasive weed in the warmer parts of North America [9] Some people promote its removal and give instructions for drastic measures, including destruction of nursery stock.

This plant is self-fertile, and its seeds spread readily, especially along watercourses, growing rapidly after germination in favorable sites.