Betula pendula
Betula pendula
Betula pendula, also known as Silver Birch or Warty Birch, is a species of tree in the family Betulaceae, native to Europe and parts of Asia.
Pronunciation
Betula pendula is pronounced as /bɛˈtjuːlə ˈpɛndjʊlə/.
Etymology
The genus name 'Betula' is derived from the old Latin name for the birch tree. 'Pendula' is Latin for 'hanging', referring to the tree's drooping branches.
Description
Betula pendula is a medium-sized deciduous tree, typically reaching 15 to 25 m tall. The bark is white, often with black diamond-shaped marks or larger patches at the base. The shoots are rough with small warts. The leaves are 3 to 7 cm long, triangular with a broad base, coarsely serrated margin and a pointed tip.
Related Terms
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually.
- Betulaceae: The birch family of trees, which includes alders, hazels, and hornbeams, as well as birches.
- Silver Birch: A common name for Betula pendula, referring to the color of the tree's bark.
- Warty Birch: Another common name for Betula pendula, referring to the texture of the tree's shoots.
See Also
- Betula pubescens: Another species of birch tree, also native to Europe.
- Birch sap: The sap extracted from birch trees, including Betula pendula, which is used in beverages, syrups, and medicinal products.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Betula pendula
- Wikipedia's article - Betula pendula
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