What does horse chestnut do?

Main Value

It is an excellent street tree and garden tree. Its fine wood can be used to make various utensils, its seeds can be used as medicine, and its oil can be pressed to make soap.

Ornamental value

The horse chestnut tree has an upright trunk, a large crown and dense shade. In early summer, the tree is full of flowers. The huge white inflorescence looks like a gorgeous candlestick, which is magnificent and makes it an excellent street tree and ornamental plant in gardens. It can be used as a greening tree species for sidewalks, parks, and squares. It can be planted alone or in groups, or mixed with evergreen trees and broad-leaved trees.

Edible value

Horse chestnut can be used as food, medicine, wood, etc. The leaf buds can be used as tea, the bark and roots can be used to make soap, the leaves and flowers can be used as dyes, the seeds can be used to extract starch and press oil, and can also be eaten. The taste is similar to chestnuts and can be used as medicine. It has the effects of calming the nerves, regulating qi, and killing insects. The wood is light in texture and can be used for papermaking, carving, making furniture and handicrafts, etc.

Medicinal value

Aescin, a natural active ingredient extracted from horse chestnut, inhibits enzymes such as collagenase that are closely related to skin texture and integrity, promotes microcirculation, maintains normal cell metabolism, thereby tightening pores, cleansing, nourishing, and making the skin delicate and flawless.