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T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org

T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org

John Ruter, University of Georgia, Bugwood.org

T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

European White Birch

Betula pendula • Weeping Birch

Non-native

The European white birch, as its name suggests is a species native to Europe and some parts of Asia. It is a medium sized tree, typically growing between 15-25 meters tall. It has been introduced to North America and planted as an ornamental, it is considered invasive in some areas of the U.S and Canada.

Leaf

Alternate, simple, 3-7cm long leaves. Leaves end in large teeth. Triangular to oval. Turn yellow in fall.

Bark

Trunks usually clumped. Mature bark is bright white and peels in long strands.

Fruit/Seed

catkins

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