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Texas buckeye
Aesculus glabra var. arguta
In the United States:
Native
· also called Ohio buckeye, fetid buckeye, white buckeye, western buckeye
Small tree or large shrub producing upright clusters of creamy to yellow-green flowers in spring that supply nectar and pollen to honey bees. Blooms after leaf-out; all parts contain toxins that can deter some foragers or affect honey quality if overused. Tolerates drier conditions than other buckeyes and prefers well-drained soils.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | April–May |
| Duration | ~3 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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