Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heptopotamica
ID:
333979

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.N.Vassil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 115 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333311



Common Names

  • Betula Heptopotamica
  • Heptopotamica Birch
  • Heptopotamica


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Description

Betula heptopotamica (also called Seven-river Birch, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere and is found in woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Betula heptopotamica can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of wood for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Betula heptopotamica has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula heptopotamica is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to China and is found in dry deciduous forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Betula heptopotamica

Betula heptopotamica can be found in the Caucasus and Turkey.

Betula heptopotamica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula heptopotamica?

Betula heptopotamica

What is the common name of Betula heptopotamica?

Seven-river birch

Where is Betula heptopotamica found?

It is found in the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-21366: Based on the initial data import
Viktor Vasilyev (1890-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.N.Vassil.' in the authors string.