the bark can be used to tan leather. "w.  trichosperma" is used as an ornamental tree in chile. the flowers are used by introduced european bees to make a delicious honey. the wood is hard and exhibits a vivid grain pattern of darker and lighter colouration, making it highly prized for decorative uses. it thrives in cool and moist climates, and it succeeds as an ornamental in northern ireland, scotland, some parts of england and in the north pacific coast of the united states.