Missouri Arboretum

Red Horsechestnut, Aesculus x carnea

Hybrid between Aesculus pavia and Aesculus hippocastanum thought to have originated in Germany.  Leaves opposite, palmately compound with 5-7 leaflets.  The flowers, produced on panicles, are red and very showy.  Not as susceptible to leaf blotch and mildew as Aesculus hippocastanum.  Height is 30-40 feet with a rounded shape. 

GIS coordinate: N40 21.069 W94 52.966

Trail Number: G3

 

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