Alnus viridis subsp. sinuata (Sitka Alder, Slide Alder)


Botanical Information

FamilyBetulaceae
GenusAlnus
Speciesviridis
Subspeciessinuata
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginCanada, Russia and the United States of America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height3-6 m
Spread12-25 cm

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis spreading shrubby tree has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
HabitatGravel or rocky stream banks, lake shores and coasts at an altitude of 0-2,500 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionRelatively smooth, grey to greyish green in colour.
Leaf DescriptionThin, ovate or oval, toothed and green to yellowish-green in colour with a pale green underside, 4-10 x 3-8 cm.
Flower DescriptionCatkins 2.5-13 cm.

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