Aesculus wangii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wangii
ID:
523040
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Act. Sci. Nat. Univ. Szech. 1960(3): 99, t. 9, 10 (1962);.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522372
Common Names
- Wang's Buckeye
- Wangii Buckeye
- Wang's Horse Chestnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Aesculus wangii wangii [unknown]
Description
Aesculus wangii (also called Wang's 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 wangii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aesculus wangii var. rupicola (Hu & Fang) W.P.FangFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aesculus wangii 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 wangii is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 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 wangii
Aesculus wangii is native to China.
Aesculus wangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aesculus wangii?
Aesculus wangii
What is the common name of Aesculus wangii?
Wang's Buckeye
Where is Aesculus wangii found?
Aesculus wangii 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-2624598: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.