It is native to South Asia, an evergreen tree reaching 7-8 m, strongly spined.

Its temperature range goes from -12ºC to 30ºC.

Regular watering without waterlogging.

Blooms between March and May, although it can bloom throughout the year.

Fragrant flowers, widely used as a street alignment tree and as rootstock due to its hardiness.

Its fruit is harvested in September/October to make jams and liqueurs.