Growth form:tree
Height: Up to 20 m
Trunk: Straight, slightly angular or fluted, 30–45 cm in diameter
Leaves: Simple, alternate, elliptic to oblong, glabrous, dark green, apex acuminate, base attenuate
Flowers: Small, inconspicuous, grouped in terminal or axillary inflorescences
Blooming period: Late spring
Fruits: Drupes or achenes, red, large, solitary, forming decorative clusters on female trees