Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coriaceifolia
ID:
332586

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.N.Vassil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 112 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331918

Common Names

  • Betula coriaceifolia
  • Coriaceifolia Birch
  • Birch

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Description

Betula coriaceifolia (also called Leatherleaf birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to North America. It has a smooth, gray bark and leathery leaves, and produces small, yellowish-green flowers. It typically grows in moist, open habitats, such as meadows, prairies, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Betula coriaceifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat headaches and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Betula coriaceifolia has small, white or pink flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula coriaceifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be fertilized regularly. It is susceptible to powdery mildew and should be monitored for signs of infection.

Where to Find Betula coriaceifolia

Betula coriaceifolia is native to the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Betula coriaceifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula coriaceifolia?

Betula coriaceifolia

What is the common name of Betula coriaceifolia?

Leatherleaf birch

What is the natural habitat of Betula coriaceifolia?

Betula coriaceifolia is native to the eastern United States

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-21232: Based on the initial data import
Viktor Vasilyev (1890-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.N.Vassil.' in the authors string.