Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dahurica
ID:
332792

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. (Pallas) 1: 60, t. 39, fig. A. 1784

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332124



Common Names

  • Betula dahurica
  • Dahurian Birch
  • Manchurian Birch


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Synonyms

  • Betula dahurica maximowiczii (Rupr.) Trautv. [unknown]
  • Betula dahurica oblongifolia Liou [unknown]
  • Betula dahurica ovalifolia Liou [unknown]
  • Betula dahurica tiliaefolia Liou [unknown]
  • Betula dioica Pall. [unknown]

Description

Betula dahurica (also called Dahurian Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to eastern Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Betula dahurica is an ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Betula dahurica var. okuboi Miyabe & Tatew.
Betula dahurica var. parvifolia Ashburner & McAll.
Betula dauhrica var. dauhrica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Betula dahurica has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula dahurica is a deciduous tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Once established, Betula dahurica is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Betula dahurica

Betula dahurica is native to eastern Asia and can be found in dry, open areas.

Betula dahurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula dahurica?

Betula dahurica

What is the common name of Betula dahurica?

Dahurian Birch

What is the family of Betula dahurica?

Betulaceae

Species in the Betula genus

Betula alleghaniensis, Betula alnoides, Betula alpestris, Betula apoiensis, Betula aurata, Betula avatshensis, Betula bomiensis, Betula bottnica, Betula caerulea, Betula calcicola, Betula celtiberica, Betula chichibuensis, Betula chinensis, Betula cordifolia, Betula coriaceifolia, Betula corylifolia, Betula costata, Betula cylindrostachya, Betula dahurica, Betula delavayi, Betula dugleana, Betula dutillyi, Betula eastwoodiae, Betula ermanii, Betula falcata, Betula fargesii, Betula glandulosa, Betula globispica, Betula gmelinii, Betula grossa, Betula gynoterminalis, Betula halophila, Betula heptopotamica, Betula honanensis, Betula hornei, Betula humilis, Betula intermedia, Betula jackii, Betula karagandensis, Betula klokovii, Betula kweichowensis, Betula lenta, Betula luminifera, Betula maximowicziana, Betula medwediewii, Betula megrelica, Betula michauxii, Betula microphylla, Betula minor, Betula nana,

Species in the Betulaceae family

Alnus mayrii, Alnus acuminata, Alnus alnobetula, Alnus cordata, Alnus cremastogyne, Alnus elliptica, Alnus fallacina, Alnus fauriei, Alnus ferdinandi-coburgii, Alnus firma, Alnus formosana, Alnus glutinosa, Alnus glutipes, Alnus hakkodensis, Alnus hanedae, Alnus henryi, Alnus hirsuta, Alnus hosoii, Alnus incana, Alnus japonica, Alnus jorullensis, Alnus lanata, Alnus mairei, Alnus mandshurica, Alnus maritima, Alnus matsumurae, Alnus maximowiczii, Alnus nepalensis, Alnus nitida, Alnus oblongifolia, Alnus orientalis, Alnus paniculata, Alnus peculiaris, Alnus pendula, Alnus pubescens, Alnus rhombifolia, Alnus rubra, Alnus serrulata, Alnus serrulatoides, Alnus sieboldiana, Alnus subcordata, Alnus suginoi, Alnus trabeculosa, Alnus vermicularis, Alnus dolichocarpa, Alnus djavanshirii, Alnus lusitanica, Betula alleghaniensis, Betula alnoides, Betula alpestris,

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