Ohio Buckeye Tree

Common Names

Ohio Buckeye Fetid Buckeye

Scientific Names

Aesculus glabra Sapindaceae family

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History of
the Tree Species

State tree of Ohio, commonly found there along rivers and streams Its nuts resemble the shape and color of deer eyes "Buckeye" became the original nickname for Ohio pioneers, still used today to describe Ohio residents and students

Basic Growing Conditions

Full sun to partial sun Prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil Tolerates alkaline soil, dry sites, occasional drought, and wet sites

Scientific Facts

Nuts are toxic to humans and not edible, but often used for jewelry and crafts Native Americans blanched buckeye nuts to extract tannic acid for making leather They would also crush and knead nuts into salves for rashes and cuts Buckeyes may relieve rheumatism and arthritis pain Ohio buckeye candy meant to resemble the nuts

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The Shelby Avenue Arboretum is a community-grown project led by Nashville Tree Conservation Corps and is in partnership with NTCC and Metro Nashville.