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Ginkgo has been much used in traditional Chinese medicine. Toward the end of the 20th century, ginkgo extract became popular in many countries for its purported memory-enhancing properties, and the chemical constituents of the plant are under investigation as a possible treatment for Alzheimer disease.

Several varieties are available for landscape use, including columnar types and others favored for finer growth habit, better fall color, and other desired qualities. The ripened fleshy seed covering has a very disagreeable odor, similar to that of rancid butter, and can be a slipping hazard on paved surfaces, making the female tree less popular for garden planting.

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The “nut” can be roasted and is considered a delicacy in some places.

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