Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apoiensis
ID:
331828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Veg. Mt. Apoi in Tenn.-kinenb. chosa-hokoku, Shokub. xii. 33, 46 (1930); Hara inJourn. Jap. Bot. 1934, x. 227, latine.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331160

Common Names

  • Betula apoiensis
  • Apoiensis Betula
  • Betula Apoiensis

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Synonyms

  • Betula miyoshii Nakai [unknown]
  • Betula niijimai Nakai [unknown]

Description

Betula apoiensis (also called 'Apoi Birch', among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Japan. It is a deciduous tree with white bark and small, triangular leaves. It is found in cold, high-altitude climates, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Betula apoiensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Betula apoiensis has white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, winged, and brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula apoiensis is a species of birch native to Japan. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. To cultivate, it should be grown in a cool, sunny environment with well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Betula apoiensis

Betula apoiensis can be found in Japan.

Betula apoiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula apoiensis?

Betula apoiensis

What is the common name of Betula apoiensis?

Apoi Birch

What is the natural habitat of Betula apoiensis?

Hokkaido, Japan

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-21161: Based on the initial data import
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.