Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luminifera
ID:
334949

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 61: 91 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334281

Common Names

  • Luminifera Betula
  • Luminifera Birch
  • Silver Birch

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Synonyms

  • Betula acuminata pyrifolia Franch. [unknown]
  • Betula alnoides pyrifolia (Franch.) Burkill [unknown]
  • Betula baeumkeri H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Betula cylindrostachya resinosa Diels [unknown]
  • Betula hupehensis C.K.Schneid. [unknown]
  • Betula luminifera baeumkeri (H.J.P.Winkl.) P.C.Kuo [unknown]
  • Betula riparia W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Betula wilsoniana C.K.Schneid. [unknown]
  • Betula luminifera pachystachya X.M.Liu [unknown]

Description

Betula luminifera (also called Luminifera Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Asia and grows in moist forests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Betula luminifera is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used in gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Betula luminifera is a white to pale yellow, five-petalled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula luminifera is a hardy, deciduous tree that is native to North America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Betula luminifera

Betula luminifera is native to North America and Asia.

Betula luminifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula luminifera?

Betula luminifera

What is the common name of Betula luminifera?

Birch

What is the natural habitat of Betula luminifera?

Woodlands and forests

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-21462: Based on the initial data import
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.