| General Description | A large, multi-stemmed spreading shrub is quite unique with its metallic bark. Placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened. |
| Cultivation | Drought tolerant however can not tolerate shade. Prefers limestone soils and limited competition from other species. |
| Notable Specimens | The National Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, England. |
| Habitat | Mixed, sub-alpine forests and hillsides at an altitude of 600-2,400 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Metallic, reflective bark. |
| Leaf Description | Large, ovate and very veined leaves dark green in colour. |
| Flower Description | Inconspicuous female flowers and catkin-like male flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Large, erect and yellow with brown scales. |
