The root system of this tree is deep and widespread. Leaves Leaves are odd-pinnately compound, alternate, and deciduous. The leaflets are oval and tapered, 3-4 inches long, about 1 inch wide, with acute apices. Leaf bases are usually rounded. Leaflet margins are finely toothed.
Leaflet surfaces are glabrous above, pubescent below.
The rachis are hairy. The flowers of this tree are unisexual appearing in inflorescences. Fruit Fruit is an ovoid nut, 1.5-2.25 inches in diameter. This nut is enclosed in a thick, succulent, yellowish-green husk. The seed is oily, sweet, and edible.