Also known as Horse Chestnut
Aesculus assamica, the Assam Buckeye, is a large deciduous tree native to the eastern Himalayas, known for its impressive stature and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright light but can tolerate some shade.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Water when topsoil is dry, reduce in winter.
Loamy, Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Temperate
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 7-10.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in spring and during growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Aesculus assamica prefers consistent moisture, especially during its active growth period. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering in late autumn and winter to allow the plant to enter dormancy. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. The best time for major pruning is late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to manage size and improve air circulation.
Propagate Aesculus assamica from fresh seeds sown in autumn in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. Stratification may be beneficial.
Alternatively, cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood in mid-summer, requiring a heated propagator.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 2-3 years in spring before new growth commences. Mature specimens can be repotted less frequently, perhaps every 4-5 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Assam Buckeye (Aesculus assamica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Aesculus |
| Species | Aesculus assamica |
Similar in genus Aesculus
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