Betula corylifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corylifolia
ID:
332619
Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel & Maxim.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 38(II): 417 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331951
Common Names
- Betula corylifolia
- Corylifolia Birch
- Birch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Betula corylifolia (also called Japanese White Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 30 feet tall. It has white bark and small, yellowish-green flowers that bloom in the spring. It is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Betula corylifolia 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 corylifolia has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in catkins. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Betula corylifolia 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 corylifolia
Betula corylifolia is native to the Himalayas, China, and Japan.
Betula corylifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Betula corylifolia?
Betula corylifolia
What is the common name of Betula corylifolia?
Himalayan Birch
What is the natural habitat of Betula corylifolia?
Betula corylifolia is native to the Himalayas and parts of China.
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-21235: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.