Aesculus parviflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
523007
Status:
valid
Authors:
Walter
Source:
cmp
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 128 (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522339
Common Names
- Small-flowered Buckeye
- Parviflora Buckeye
- Small-flowered Horse Chestnut
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- Nebropsis alba Raf. [unknown]
- Macrothyrsus odorata Raf. [unknown]
- Pawia parviflora Kuntze [deprecated]
- Pavia parviflora Raf. [unknown]
- Pawia parviflora Kuntze [unknown]
- Pavia alba Poir. [unknown]
- Pavia macrostachys Loisel. [unknown]
- Pavia edulis Poit. [unknown]
- Aesculus alba (Poir.) Raf. [unknown]
- Aesculus macrostachya Michx. [unknown]
- Aesculus macrostachys Pers. [unknown]
- Aesculus odorata F.Dietr. [unknown]
- Aesculus parviflora serotina Rehder [unknown]
Description
Aesculus parviflora (also called Bottlebrush Buckeye, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a trunk up to 6 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aesculus parviflora is an ornamental tree that is often used in landscaping. It produces clusters of white flowers in the spring and its leaves are a deep green color. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aesculus parviflora has white flowers that are clustered in a panicle-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are short and have two cotyledons.
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Aesculus parviflora is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the spring.
Where to Find Aesculus parviflora
Aesculus parviflora is native to North America.
Aesculus parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aesculus parviflora?
Aesculus parviflora
What is the common name of Aesculus parviflora?
Small-flowered Buckeye
Where is Aesculus parviflora found?
Aesculus parviflora is found in the eastern United States and Canada
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-2624566: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.