Alnus oblongifolia (Arizona Alder)


Botanical Information

FamilyBetulaceae
GenusAlnus
Speciesoblongifolia
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginMexico (Chihuahua, Sonora) and United States of America (Arizona, New Mexico).

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis tree has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
ShapeUpright with a narrow crown.
HabitatMountain range areas.
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth, grey-brown in colour.
Leaf DescriptionDark green leaves, ovate to oblong.
Fruit DescriptionCone-like, green which turns reddish brown when ripe, contains small winged seeds.

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