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Aesculus glabra

Genus: Aesculus - Species: glabra - Family: Sapindaceae

Phonetic Spelling: ES-kew-lus GLAY-brah

Common Names:

Buckeye
Fetid Buckeye
Horse Chestnut
Ohio Buckeye

Tags

butterfly friendly

wildlife friendly

deciduous

fall interest

nectar plant

shade tree

problem for cats

problem for dogs

problem for horses

showy fruits

messy

messy fruits

Quick Facts

Height: 20 ft. 0 in. - 40 ft. 0 in.
Width: 29 ft. 0 in. - 40 ft. 0 in.
USDA Zones:
- 7a
- 7b
- 6a
- 6b
- 4a
- 4b
- 5a
- 5b
- 3a
- 3b
NC Region:Not specified
Origin:USA, Southern
Life Cycle:
- Woody
Plant Types:
- Tree
- Poisonous
Habit:Not specified

Distribution

OH river valley, Great Plains, Southern Appalachians

Uses

N/A

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