Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Bieb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1808
Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 2: 423 (1808)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000928414
Common Names
- Populus hybrida
- Hybrid Populus
- Hybrida Populus
Description
Populus hybrida (also called Hybrid Poplar, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist soils in open woodlands, along streams and rivers, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Populus hybrida is used as an ornamental tree in gardens, parks, and other landscaping projects. It is also used for timber and pulpwood production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Populus hybrida has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Populus hybrida is a deciduous tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Populus hybrida
Populus hybrida can be found in North America.
Species in the Populus genus
Populus deltoides,
Populus inopina,
Populus euphratica,
Populus fremontii,
Populus canescens,
Populus candicans,
Populus balsamifera,
Populus berolinensis,
Populus brayshawii,
Populus berkarensis,
Populus simonii,
Populus smithii,
Populus suaveolens,
Populus tadshikistanica,
Populus tomentosa,
Populus tremula,
Populus rollandii,
Populus rouleauiana,
Populus trichocarpa,
Populus tremuloides,
Populus odorata,
Populus parryi,
Populus moscoviensis,
Populus nigra,
Populus grandidentata,
Populus hopeiensis,
Populus hinckleyana,
Populus heterophylla,
Populus hastata,
Populus alba,
Populus acuminata,
Populus jackii,
Populus kanjilaliana,
Populus hybrida,
Populus brandegeei,
Populus heimburgeri,
Populus generosa,
Populus angustifolia,
Populus mexicana,
Populus ciliata,
Populus mexicana,
Populus tomentosa,
Populus cathayana,
Populus amurensis,
Populus berolinensis,
Populus cataracti,
Populus glaucicomans,
Populus iliensis,
Populus laurifolia,
Populus macrocarpa,
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,