Betula winteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
winteri
ID:
338668
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dugle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 44: 986 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338000
Common Names
- Betula winteri
- Winteri Birch
- Winteri Betula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Betula winteri (also called Uraguayensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is a terrestrial bromeliad with a rosette of stiff, arching, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Betula winteri is an ornamental plant used in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Betula winteri has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Betula winteri is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Betula winteri
Betula winteri is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Betula winteri FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Betula winteri?
Betula winteri is native to the temperate forests of North America.
What type of soil is best for Betula winteri?
Betula winteri prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
What is the optimal temperature for Betula winteri?
Betula winteri prefers temperatures between 45 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
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-21831: Based on the initial data import
Janet Rogge Dugle (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dugle' in the authors string.