Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
potamophila
ID:
336506

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.N.Vassil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 105 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335838



Common Names

  • Betula potamophila
  • Potamophila Betula
  • Betula's Potamophila


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Description

Betula potamophila (also called Japanese White Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Japan and Korea. It has a pyramidal shape with a smooth, white bark and small, ovate leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Betula potamophila is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Betula potamophila is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula potamophila is a deciduous tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Betula potamophila

Betula potamophila can be found in wetland areas in eastern Asia.

Betula potamophila FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Betula potamophila?

Betula potamophila prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light level for Betula potamophila?

Betula potamophila prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity level for Betula potamophila?

Betula potamophila prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

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-21621: Based on the initial data import
Viktor Vasilyev (1890-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.N.Vassil.' in the authors string.