Description
Aesculus hippocastanum
The Horse Chestnut Buckeye (Aesculus hippocastanum), commonly known as the Horse Chestnut, is a large deciduous tree native to the Balkans but widely cultivated in temperate regions for its ornamental value. It typically grows 50–75 feet tall with a broad, rounded crown. The tree is known for its showy clusters of white flowers with yellow and pink markings, which bloom in late spring. Its large, palmately compound leaves have 5–7 leaflets. The tree produces spiny green husks containing shiny, brown seeds (conkers), which are toxic if ingested. Often planted in parks and gardens, the Horse Chestnut is admired for its striking beauty and shade-providing canopy.
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