Betula cordifolia (Mountain Paper Birch)
Botanical Information
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Betula |
| Species | cordifolia |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Eastern Canada and the North Eastern United States. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 25 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This large, irregular tree has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Shape | Narrow crown. |
| Habitat | Moist, rocky slopes and open forests at an altitude of 800-2,000 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Mature bark is white to reddish-tan and peels off in thin layers, its younger bark is a shinny reddish-brown colour. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are ovate and alternate with 9-12 lateral veins on either side, 6-12 cm in length. |