Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
333632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 180 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332964

Common Names

  • Glandular Birch
  • Glandular White Birch
  • Glandular Paper Birch

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Synonyms

  • Betula abolinii Sukaczev [unknown]
  • Betula exilis Sukaczev [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa rotundifolia (Spach) Regel [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa sibirica (Ledeb.) C.K.Schneid. [unknown]
  • Betula nana exilis (Sukachev) Hultén [unknown]
  • Betula nana perfiljevii (V.Vassil.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Betula nana rotundifolia (Spach) Malyschev [unknown]
  • Betula nana sibirica Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Betula perfiljevii V.N.Vassil. [unknown]
  • Betula rotundifolia Spach [unknown]
  • Betula sessilis Komarov [unknown]
  • Betula sibirica (Ledeb.) C.Pei [unknown]
  • Betula wiluica Sukaczev [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa eucycla Lepage [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa flabellifolia Rosenv. [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa pumila Alph.Wood [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa rhomboidea Rosenv. [unknown]
  • Chamaebetula glandulosa Opiz [unknown]
  • Chamaebetula hookeri Opiz. [unknown]
  • Chamaebetula rotundifolia Opiz [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa glandulosa [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa sibirica S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Betula glandulosa typica Kurtz [unknown]

Description

Betula glandulosa (also called Dwarf Birch, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to North America. It grows to a height of up to 15 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It is found in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Betula glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and as a source of essential oils. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Betula glandulosa are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betula glandulosa is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Betula glandulosa

Betula glandulosa is native to temperate regions of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Betula glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betula glandulosa?

Betula glandulosa

What is the family of Betula glandulosa?

Betulaceae

Where is Betula glandulosa found?

Himalayas

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-21334: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.