Aesculus indica (Wall. ex Cambess.) Hook.
Also known as: Indian Horse chestnut,Khanor,
A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.
Quick Facts
FAMILY
Sapindaceae
NATIVE REGION
India, Nepal, Bhutan
IUCN STATUS
Least concern
TYPE
Deciduous Tree
Western Himalayas India ( India ,Nepal and Pakistan.
Moist temperate forests, valleys and slopes ;900-2400m elevation.
Large deciduous tree, up to 20-25m palmately compound leaves ;showy white pink flower clusters in spring ;lsmooth gray bark.
- Seeds used pas fodder (after detoxification), medicinal (for skin and rheumatism); wood for packing cases ; ornamental avenue tree.
Important for ecological balance and supports biodiversity.
Plant Details
Seed
Flower
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Bark
Aesculus indica (Wall. ex Cambess.) Hook.
Also known as: Indian Horse chestnut,Khanor,
A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.
All Tree SpeciesQuick Facts
FAMILY
Sapindaceae
NATIVE REGION
India, Nepal, Bhutan
IUCN STATUS
Least concern
TYPE
Deciduous Tree
Native Information
Western Himalayas India ( India ,Nepal and Pakistan.
Habitat
Moist temperate forests, valleys and slopes ;900-2400m elevation.
Habit
Large deciduous tree, up to 20-25m palmately compound leaves ;showy white pink flower clusters in spring ;lsmooth gray bark.
Uses
- Seeds used pas fodder (after detoxification), medicinal (for skin and rheumatism); wood for packing cases ; ornamental avenue tree.
Important for ecological balance.
Seed
Flower
Fruit
Leaves
Bark
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