Cultivation
It is popularly grown as an ornamental tree in temperate regions all across the world because of the aesthetic appeal of its flowers, leaves and seed pods. Several cultivars have been selected for garden planting, including 'Fastigiata' with a narrow crown, and 'September Gold', flowering in late summer.
The seeds are edible when roasted, but not commonly consumed.
In some areas, notably the eastern United States and particularly in Florida, it is considered an invasive species.
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K. paniculata fruits
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Bark of K. paniculata
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flowers & legumens in the top of a tree in São Paulo Brazil
Read more about this topic: Koelreuteria Paniculata
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