Aesculus x neglecta (Dwarf Buckeye, Conker Tree)
Botanical Information
| Family | Sapindaceae (Hippocastanaceae) |
| Genus | Aesculus |
| Species | x neglecta |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Naturally occuring in southeastern North America. A hybrid of Aesculus flava crossed with Aesculus sylvatica. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Aesculus is used to prepare Bach flower remedies which are a type of alternative medicine promoted for alleged health benefits. However according to Cancer Research UK, "...there is no scientific evidence to prove that flower remedies can control, cure or prevent any type of disease, including cancer..." . |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 |
| Height | 20 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Leaf Description | 5 obovate leaflets to 15 cm, emerging bright pink, becoming yellow then light green with pubescent veins beneath. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are yellow, suffused red at the base. |
| Fruit Description | Showy summer fruit, to 3 cm in diameter, with usually solitary seeds. |
Photographs
Aesculus x neglecta 'Terythroblastos'.