Aesculus chinensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
522922
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
cmp
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 2: 84 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522254
Common Names
- Chinensis Aesculus
- Chinensis Horse Chestnut
- Chinensis Buckeye
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- Pawia chinensis Kuntze [unknown]
- Aesculus chekiangensis Hu & W.P.Fang [unknown]
- Aesculus chinensis chekiangensis (Hu & W.P.Fang) W.P.Fang [unknown]
- Aesculus chinensis chinensis [unknown]
Description
Aesculus chinensis (also called Chinese 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 temperate regions of China. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aesculus chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aesculus chinensis var. wilsonii (Rehder) Turland & N.H.XiaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Aesculus chinensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aesculus chinensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to China. It can be propagated by seeds and cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Aesculus chinensis
Aesculus chinensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia.
Aesculus chinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aesculus chinensis?
Aesculus chinensis
What are the common names of Aesculus chinensis?
Chinese Horse Chestnut
What type of plant is Aesculus chinensis?
Aesculus chinensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae.
Species in the Aesculus genus
Aesculus assamica, Aesculus bushii, Aesculus californica, Aesculus chinensis, Aesculus flava, Aesculus glabra, Aesculus hippocastanum, Aesculus hybrida, Aesculus indica, Aesculus marylandica, Aesculus mutabilis, Aesculus neglecta, Aesculus parryi, Aesculus parviflora, Aesculus pavia, Aesculus sylvatica, Aesculus tsiangii, Aesculus turbinata, Aesculus wangii,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2624488: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.