Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.J.Zhang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 13: 68 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337142
Common Names
- Betula sunanensis
- Sunanensis Betula
- Sunanensis
Description
Betula sunanensis (also called 'Sunanensis Betula', among many other common names) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to East Asia. It grows in moist, temperate forests and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Betula sunanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Betula sunanensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Betula sunanensis is a deciduous tree that can be cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.
Where to Find Betula sunanensis
Betula sunanensis can be found in the temperate forests of East Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea.
Betula sunanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Betula sunanensis?
Betula sunanensis
What is the common name of Betula sunanensis?
Sunan Birch
What is the natural habitat of Betula sunanensis?
Temperate forests
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
Yao Jia Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.J.Zhang' in the authors string.