Aesculus glabra, commonly known as Ohio buckeye, [2] Texas buckeye, [3] fetid buckeye, [3] and horse chestnut[3] is a species of tree in the soapberry family (Sapindaceae) native to North …

Oct 7, 2024 · Now that fall has arrived, the husks have started falling from trees to reveal a brown one-eyed nut, known as the buckeye. Here’s more about the Ohio buckeye tree, and how to …

Yes, you can eat buckeye tree nuts. But you can’t eat them with shells or raw. You have to peel off the shells first. Then you can roast or mash the flesh of the buckeye nuts.

Dec 29, 2024 · The nuts of the Buckeye tree, also known as horse chestnuts, contain a compound called aesculin, which can be harmful to humans and animals. It’s important to …

Buckeye nuts are mildly poisonous. If you eat one nut, you may not experience severe poisoning, but consuming several nuts will lead to muscle weakness, vomiting, and intestinal discomfort. …

Sep 10, 2022 · Add some Ohio lore to your landscape by planting the state tree. Here's some information about the great Buckeye tree, plus tips for growing your own.

Apr 12, 2023 · Buckeye trees are identified by their large round inedible nut-like seeds, green palmately compound leaves, and creamy-yellow or red flower clusters. Buckeyes are excellent …

May 16, 2024 · The nuts produced by the tree, also known as simply buckeyes, are a chestnut brown color, and typically bear a glossy sheen. They have a lighter colored “eye” in the center, …

While they are on the tree, buckeyes have a light green spiky shell that remains tightly closed until they fall from the tree in September and October. The hard shell then opens, revealing one or …

Nov 20, 2009 · Buckeye nuts are small and brown with white tops. They look somewhat like large hazelnuts and are sometimes known as "horse chestnuts." While on the tree, the nuts are …