Status:
valid
Authors:
Ching ex P.C.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 88. 1979 [18 Feb 1979]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333269
Common Names
- Betula Halophila
- Salt-loving Birch
- Halophila Birch
Description
Betula halophila (also called Salt-loving Birch, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere and is found in woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Betula halophila can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of wood for construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Betula halophila are yellow-green, with five petals and a long, thin calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round, and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Betula halophila is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot with well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best grown in a sheltered spot to protect it from strong winds. Water regularly during the growing season and prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Betula halophila
Betula halophila can be found in Central and South America.
Betula halophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Betula halophila?
Betula halophila
What is the family of Betula halophila?
Betulaceae
What is the common name of Betula halophila?
Salt-tolerant Birch
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
Pei Chun Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Li' in the authors string.