This tree has lush, glossy, bright-green foliage on arching and drooping branches.

Tough and easy to grow, Halleria lucida is becoming popular as an ornamental tree for gardens.

It tolerates full sun as well as partial shade and, once established, it can also survive moderate drought.

The leaves and fruits of Halleria lucida are an important component of traditional African medicine.

In addition, it has a function in traditional Zulu religion, as the ceremonial burning of the leaves is believed to counter witchcraft and summon the protective spirits of dead ancestors.