Betula delavayi


Botanical Information

FamilyBetulaceae
GenusBetula
Speciesdelavayi
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous)
OriginChina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height8 m
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List.
HabitatForests and thickets at an elevation of 2,400-4,000 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionDark grey in colour.
Leaf DescriptionElliptic, oblong or ovate.
Flower DescriptionFemale inflorescence oblong or oblong-cylindric.
Fruit DescriptionProduced from July through August.

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