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Bottlebrush buckeye

How to identify Bottlebrush buckeye (Aesculus parviflora)

Bottlebrush buckeye, also known as Dwarf buckeye

Bottlebrush buckeye is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree, typically reaching 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters) in height and spreading 8-15 feet (2.4-4.6 meters) wide. Its leaves are oppositely arranged and palmately compound with a subtle pubescence. The erect inflorescence comprises white flowers that prominently display stamens extending about 1 inch (2.5 cm) beyond the petals. In its early stages, the buds present a white appearance, contributing to its distinctive look.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Tree, Shrub

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Deciduous

Quickly Identify Bottlebrush buckeye

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Creamy white spidery flowers in 6-12 inch (15-30 cm) panicles with striking red anthers.

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Oppositely arranged palmately compound leaves with 5-7 oblong leaflets, turning golden yellow in fall.

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Distinctive pear-shaped fruit in smooth capsules with a polished brown seed and pale 'buck eye' scar.

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Multi-stemmed deciduous shrub/tree, 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters) tall spreading 8-15 feet (2.4-4.6 meters) wide.

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Gray-brown stem with raised lenticels, 0.4 to 0.8 inches (1 to 2 cm) in diameter, buds with 4 scales.

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Detailed Traits of Bottlebrush buckeye

Leaf Features

The leaves of bottlebrush buckeye are opposite, palmately compound, each consisting of 5 to 7 oblong leaflets. They measure 7.6-20.3 cm (3-8 inches) in length and 2.5-10.2 cm (1-4 inches) in width. The upper surface is medium to dark green, while the underside is gray-green and pubescent. Leaf margins are serrulate-crenate, and the petioles are 7.6-12.7 cm (3-5 inches) long. In fall, they turn to a golden yellow or yellow-green color.

Leaf Arrangement

Opposite

Leaf Apex

Acuminate

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Flower Features

The flowers of bottlebrush buckeye are creamy, white, and spidery, blossoming in summer on 6-12 inch (15-30 cm) erect panicles highlighted by striking red anthers. These blooms form long, terminal clusters, with individual flowers measuring about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) across. Each flower showcases stamens that extend beyond the four petals, enhancing their intricate appearance.

Inflorescence Type

Raceme

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Stem Features

The stem of bottlebrush buckeye is characterized by its gray to brown coloration, and it features notable raised lenticels. The texture is somewhat rough due to the presence of these lenticels. It exhibits a modest thickness, typically around 0.4 to 0.8 inches (1 to 2 cm) in diameter. The buds are white when young and display usually 4 visible scales. Overall, the stem’s distinct lenticels are key for its identification.

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Fruit Features

The fruit of bottlebrush buckeye is distinctive, encapsulated in 1 to 3 in. (2.5 to 7.6 cm) pear-shaped, smooth, and leathery capsules. Inside, they harbour a polished, brown seed that typically emerges in late September to October. This seed is notable for the pale 'buck eye' scar—an identifying feature. The robust capsules and the contrast of the dark seed against the pale scar provide a visually interesting characteristic that aids in recognition.

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Key Facts About Bottlebrush buckeye

Attributes of Bottlebrush buckeye
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Height
1.8 m to 3 m
Spread
2.5 m to 4.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Yellow
Bronze
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Flower Color
White
Fruit Color
Brown
Green
Stem Color
Brown
Green
Silver
Leaf type
Deciduous
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Scientific Classification of Bottlebrush buckeye

Family
Soapberry
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Genus
Buckeye
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Species
Bottlebrush buckeye (Aesculus parviflora)
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Distribution Map of Bottlebrush buckeye

Bottlebrush buckeye is native to the southeastern region of North America. Its range has broadened through cultivation, marking its presence in temperate zones across many continents. In Europe, the plant has been introduced and thrives, especially in regions with a compatible climate for its growth and cultivation.
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