Aesculus turbinata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turbinata
ID:
523035
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Rumphia 3: 195 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522367
Common Names
- Turbinate Buckeye
- Turbinata Buckeye
- Turbinate Horse Chestnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pawia dissimilis Kuntze [unknown]
- Pawia turbinata Kuntze [unknown]
- Aesculus dissimilis Blume [unknown]
- Aesculus turbinata pubescens (Rehder) Ohwi ex Y.Endo [unknown]
- Aesculus turbinata pubescens (Rehder) Ohwi ex Yas.Endo [deprecated]
Description
Aesculus turbinata (also called Japanese Horse Chestnut, 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 turbinata 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 turbinata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aesculus turbinata is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 25 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 turbinata
Aesculus turbinata is native to Japan.
Aesculus turbinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aesculus turbinata?
Aesculus turbinata
What is the common name of Aesculus turbinata?
Turbinate Buckeye
Where is Aesculus turbinata found?
Aesculus turbinata 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-2624593: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.