It is found throughout the State of Missouri where it typically occurs in rich or rocky wooded areas of valleys, ravines, bluff bases, slopes and thickets (Steyermark). Aesculus glabra - Ohio Buckeye (Hippocastanaceae)-----Aesculus glabra is a medium-sized, native Ohio tree, typically found on moist stream banks, but which tolerates moderate drought. The Kentucky and National champion tree is in Casey County and is nearly 150 feet tall. �J����>ϩ�d�L��)
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Flowers are followed by the familiar fruit, which is a globular dehiscent capsule consisting of 1-2 buckeyes encased by a leathery light brown partitioned husk covered with warty spines. Aesculus glabra, commonly called Ohio buckeye, is native from western Pennsylvania to Iowa south to Alabama and Arkansas. 0000014784 00000 n
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Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Significantly decreased concentrations of some phenolic compounds, especially of flavan-3-ols, were observed in infected leaves compared to the non-infected ones. Because gen etics include Common Horsechestnut, they are is predisposed to symptoms of Guignardia aesculi (Guignardia leaf spot on Aesculus). 0000005604 00000 n
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Ohio buckeye (Aesculus glabra), the state tree of Ohio, is found primarily as an understory tree in the western half of Ohio, where the soils are more alkaline in pH. 0000489028 00000 n
Description Aesculus glabra, or Ohio Buckey is a low-branched, small to medium-sized deciduous tree that typically grows 20-40’ (less frequently to 75’). 0000003678 00000 n
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Since colonial times, buckeyes have been carried by many school children and adults as good luck charms. Leaf blotch can be a significant problem. Prefers moist, fertile soils. Aesculus glabra Photo Locations: University of Minnesota, Morton Arboretum - Lisle, IL, The National Arboretum - Washington, DC and Finch Arboretum - Spokane, WA See all Aesculus . 0000012394 00000 n
Aesculus hippocastanum: leaves usually with 7 leaflets and flowers with 5 white petals marked with yellow or red near the base (vs. A. glabra, with leaves usually with 5 leaflets and flowers with 4 yellow to green-yellow petals). The young shoot is reddish brown, the older twigs are grey. Aesculus glabra Common name: Ohio Buckeye . 0000489669 00000 n
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However, it is scattered throughout the eastern half of the state, except in extreme northeastern and extreme southeastern Ohio. En��Ui�'M��� 0000009310 00000 n
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Early Glow™ Ohio buckeye (Aesculus glabra 'J.N. They leaf out in early to mid April, and when the temperatures drop close to 20°F, it does not affect the leaves. 0000004575 00000 n
Where is this species invasive in the US. Not recommended as a street tree or for use near homes because of the litter produced (particularly twigs, fruit and falling leaves). ��Z��. 0000076427 00000 n
Its low, sweeping branches bend toward the ground then arch back up, creating a rounded outline. Results and Discussion 2.1. Early Glow™ Ohio buckeye (Aesculus glabra 'J.N. 0000466261 00000 n
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Reliable red fall color and low fruit production. Aesculus glabra, Ohio Buckeye is the state tree but needs space to be appropriate for use as a street tree. Availability may be limited. In mid to late spring, greenish yellow flowers are borne in 4-7 in. Aesculus glabra-- Ohio Buckeye Page 2 Growth rate: medium Figure 2. Ohio buckeye is often used as an understock for grafting cultivars of other species of Aesculus. A good selection for more remote areas of the landscape including native plant and woodland areas. glabra Ohio buckeye Legal Status. 0000033462 00000 n
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The flowers are creamy white to light yellow, appearing in terminal clusters after the leaves appear. 0000013660 00000 n
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Aesculus glabra, commonly called Ohio buckeye, is native from western Pennsylvania to Iowa south to Alabama and Arkansas. It is found throughout the State of Missouri where it typically occurs in rich or rocky wooded areas of valleys, ravines, bluff bases, slopes and thickets (Steyermark). The Tree is a deciduous tree, it will be up to 30 m (99 ft) high. The Plants Database includes the following 2 subspecies of Aesculus glabra . It is found throughout the State of Missouri where it typically occurs in rich or rocky wooded areas of valleys, ravines, bluff bases, slopes and thickets (Steyermark). 0000013211 00000 n
The tree likes Sun to half-shade at the location and the soil should be sandy - … Hippocastanaceae. 0000034138 00000 n
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The slender petioles of the compound leaves are 3-6" long, light green, and glabrous. A total of 28 phenolic compounds belonging to the hydroxycinnamic acid, flavan-3-ols and flavonol groups were identified and quantified in Aesculus parviflora and A. glabra leaf extracts. Powdery mildew and anthracnose are also frequent problems. Select'): A cultivar with superior resistance to leaf blotch, leaf scorch and powdery mildew.