Horse chestnut (Aesculus indica) is a useful broad leaved tree and grows naturally in conifer forests of NWFP, Punjab and Azad Kashmir associated with other broad leaved and conifers. Its wood is pale pink, soft and used for light constructional work, packing cases, water troughs and furniture. The tree grows to a large size specially under favourable conditions. It is a moderate light demander and has a good coppicing power.