[1] It is found in southeastern Tibet, and central and southern China, usually alongside streams.

[2][3] A fast-growing deciduous tree with attractive exfoliating bark, it can reach 35 m (115 ft) tall and have a DBH of 80 cm (31 in).

[3][4] Although highly resistant to honey fungus, it can still (rarely) be afflicted with Dutch elm disease.

[3] Fiber can be extracted from the bark and used to make paper and rope.

[5] When planted in urban settings in North Carolina, individuals showed signs of distress including crown dieback and cracking bark.