Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wuyiensis
ID:
808514

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Xiao

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
J. Nanjing Forest. Univ., Nat. Sci. Ed. 30: 125 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807848



Common Names

  • Betula wuyiensis
  • Wuyiensis Betula
  • Tiny Betula


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Description

Betula wuyiensis (also called Wuyi Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the temperate regions of East Asia. It has a single trunk and oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and yellow. It is found in moist and shady areas, such as in the understory of temperate forests.

Uses & Benefits

Betula wuyiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Betula wuyiensis is a star-shaped bloom with six petals, usually white or pale pink. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula wuyiensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be used to propagate this plant.

Where to Find Betula wuyiensis

Betula wuyiensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

Betula wuyiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula wuyiensis?

Betula wuyiensis

What is the common name of Betula wuyiensis?

Wuyiensis Betula

What is the natural habitat of Betula wuyiensis?

Mountain 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-346090: Based on the initial data import
Jia Bin Xiao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Xiao' in the authors string.