It is typical of the long tree-lined avenues of the Tuscan small farms, it is a type of bright yellow-white wood, with a very fine weaving and with unregular veinings, due to the strong knottiness. It has a great durability and it is humidity-resistent; it is widely used for buildings exteriors: it is famous for ist capability to push away insects and parasites.
It is also used for the production of furniture, destinated to keep garments and fabrics for a long time.