This tree will withstand very cold environmental conditions, but will be damaged by frost; however, it has adapted to grow well in drought-stricken areas.

Propagation is by seed or it can be grown from truncheon cuttings. Seeds need to be freshly collected and soaked in warm water overnight. Sow the swollen seeds in seedling trays filled with river sand. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of sand and water well. It is important to keep the soil moist and place the trays in a sunny area. To prevent pre-or post-emergence damping off, a fungicide can be applied to the seeds; this will increase the success rate of germination. The seeds will take about 2 weeks to germinate; the germination rate has been recorded to be very high. The best time to transplant the seedlings is when they reach the 1-leaf stage. Damaging the roots during the transplanting process must be avoided.

When propagating from truncheons, cut the truncheons about 200 mm in diameter and about 1 000 mm long. Plant the truncheons directly in the ground and add coarse river sand at the base of the hole to encourage drainage. Apply hormone powder lightly as this will promote root development.