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Why are chesnuts called horse chesnuts?
Chestnuts and Horse Chestnuts are not the same thing. Chestnuts are edible by humans. Horse Chestnuts (Buckeyes) are not edible and are generally considered poisonous --- even to horses!
Can you eat horse chestnuts when pregnant?
Conkers (Horse Chestnuts) are inedible, possibly toxic to everyone.
Are horse chestnuts eatable for rabbits?
No they aren't. But sweet chestnuts are.
Are horse chestnuts edible for rabbits?
No they aren't. But sweet chestnuts are.
How many chestnuts on one horse nut tree?
NONE.
Are Horse Chestnuts fruits?
no
What animal eats horse chestnuts?
Dogs love to chew on horse chestnuts. Rodents such as squirrels & chipmunks are the main animals that really eat horse chestnuts.
What are Marrons?
"Marrons" are horse chestnuts / conkers. Chestnuts can also be called "marrons" when prepared and sold. ("marrons glacés" are chestnuts)
What are ergots and chestnuts remnants of?
Ergots and chestnuts are believed to be remnants of vestigial of Eohippus. This was an early relative the horse that is known today.
Can horse chestnuts be eaten?
Horse chestnuts are not safe for human consumption, as they contain a toxic compound called esculin. Consuming horse chestnuts can cause nausea, vomiting, and other serious health issues. It is important to avoid eating them.
What is the difference between conkers and horse chestnuts?
Conkers are the hard, shiny seeds found inside the spiky green shells of horse chestnuts. Horse chestnuts are the trees that produce these seeds, while the term "conkers" specifically refers to the seeds themselves. Horse chestnuts are not edible for humans, while conkers are often used in the traditional children's game of conkers.
Can you eat chestnuts?
True chestnuts, yes. But they are not to be confused with Horse Chestnuts, which are not usually consumed.Chestnuts or chestnut stuffing are a traditional Christmas accompaniment to turkey in England and France; French Marrons glacés are an expensive sweet delicacy; in many European cities in winter you will find people roasting chestnuts in a sort of barrel or drum and then selling them.
