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Birch Tree

Betula

Photo by science542
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34.1363, -118.661

Field Notes

Description:

Long, thin white bark, small pointed leaves, hanging branches, and quick growing tree.

Habitat:

Found in the Northern Hemisphere and
in temperate and boreal climates.

Notes:

Also used for pharmaceutical and cosmetic purposes, as well as nutritional supplements.

Species ID Suggestions

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Beautiful tree! There are two native Betula tree species (plus one subspecies) in California.

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PublishedSeptember 27, 2013

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