Nuts contained inside flesh of fruits on female tree considered a delicacy and food for long life by Asian people. Easy to transplant and establish. Hardy tree does well in almost any soil, including compacted, infertile and dry soils. Withstands road salt, wind, heat and air pollution. Autumn Gold, characteristic of handsome male gingko with branches at sharp angle and leaves that are not deeply lobed.
Female trees have branches that are almost horizontal.
Gives light shade. Attractive and hardy year-round. Christopher Newport University utilizes it in several locations. Ginkgo biloba sold in herbal markets to improve memory and other ailments.