|One of the most common U.S. varieties, it can grow to be very tall. Foliage consists of dark green sickle-shaped 6 to 10 inch long leaves. Flowers bloom white to yellow and 1 inch wide, lumpy, bluish seed capsules along with small fruits drop from this tree in rather large quantities making it quite messy. Likes deep soil and lots of room. The foliage of nearly all species has a strong pungent odor similar to menthol. Well drained soil is preferable. Trees do very well planted from seed. Plant seeds in spring or summer keep shaded and water sparingly until 2 to 3 inches high.