Indian horse-chestnut facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Indian horse-chestnut |
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Aesculus
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indica
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Pavia indica Wall. ex Cambess. |
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The Aesculus indica is a beautiful tree. It is also known as the Indian Horse Chestnut or Himalayan Horse Chestnut. This tree can grow very tall, up to 30 metres (98 ft) (about 98 feet). Its branches can spread out wide, around 12 metres (39 ft) (about 39 feet).
This tree likes cooler climates. It grows best in places where the temperature can drop to about -15°C (5°F). It is often found in parts of Asia, like the Himalayas.
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About the Indian Horse Chestnut
The Indian Horse Chestnut is a type of tree that grows in a rounded shape. When it is fully grown, its branches form a nice, round top, like a big umbrella.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of the Indian Horse Chestnut are quite long. They are usually 10 to 20 centimeters (about 4 to 8 inches) long. They are also 2 to 6 centimeters (about 1 to 2 inches) wide.
This tree has many beautiful white flowers. They bloom in late spring and early summer, usually in May and June. The flowers grow in big clusters.
Reproduction and Seeds
The flowers of the Indian Horse Chestnut are special because they are hermaphroditic. This means each flower has both male and female parts. So, a single flower can produce seeds.
Bees help to pollinate the flowers. They carry pollen from one flower to another, which helps the tree make seeds. The seeds of the Indian Horse Chestnut ripen in October.
Where it Grows
The Indian Horse Chestnut is native to the Himalayan region. This includes countries like Afghanistan and parts of the Indian subcontinent. It is also grown in gardens in Europe because it is a very attractive tree.
Uses of the Tree
People use the Indian Horse Chestnut for different things.
- It is a popular ornamental tree. This means it is planted in parks and gardens because it looks beautiful.
- Some parts of the tree have been used in traditional medicine in Asia.
- Sometimes, this tree is even used in the art of bonsai. Bonsai is a way of growing small trees in pots that look like full-sized trees.
See also
In Spanish: Aesculus indica para niños
