Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
assamica
ID:
522908

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 4: 540 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522240

Common Names

  • Assamica Aesculus
  • Assamica Horse Chestnut
  • Assamica Buckeye

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Synonyms

  • Pavia punduana Wall. ex Voigt [unknown]
  • Pawia punduana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aesculus chuniana Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Aesculus khassyana C.R.Das & Majumdar [unknown]
  • Aesculus lantsangensis Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Aesculus megaphylla Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Aesculus polyneura Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Aesculus punduana Wall. ex Hiern [unknown]
  • Aesculus rupicola Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
  • Aesculus punduana Wall. [unknown]

Description

Aesculus assamica (also called Assam buckeye, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is a small tree with a height of up to 10 m. It is native to the tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Aesculus assamica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Aesculus assamica is small, white and fragrant. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aesculus assamica is a deciduous tree native to India. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Aesculus assamica

Aesculus assamica is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Aesculus assamica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aesculus assamica?

Aesculus assamica

What are the common names of Aesculus assamica?

Assam Horse Chestnut

What type of plant is Aesculus assamica?

Aesculus assamica is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References