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
