Greenland Birch

Overview

Greenland Birch (Betula pubescens subsp. tortuosa) is a hardy, small- to medium-sized deciduous tree native to the northern regions of Europe. It has a characteristic slender trunk and smooth grayish-brown bark segments. The bark can be collected and used for medicinal purposes. Its light green oval leaves are slightly hairy beneath, turn yellow in the fall, and drop to the ground. It produces small yellowish-green catkins that turn a reddish-brown in late summer. Greenland birches thrive in somewhat moist soils and areas receiving partial sunlight. They are tolerant to cold and are used in gardens for their ornamental value.

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