Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 31: 165 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337563
Common Names
- Utah Birch
- Mountain Birch
- Water Birch
Synonyms
- Betula andrewsii A.Nelson [unknown]
- Betula commixta Sarg. [unknown]
- Betula occidentalis fecunda Fernald [unknown]
- Betula occidentalis fecunda A.E.Murray [unknown]
- Betula piperi Britton [unknown]
- Betula fontinalis piperi (Britton) Sarg. [unknown]
- Betula fontinalis utahensis (Britton) Garrett [unknown]
- Betula microphylla utahensis (Britton) M.E.Jones [unknown]
Description
Betula utahensis (also called Utah Birch, among many other common names) is a species of birch tree in the Betulaceae family. It is native to the western United States, from Utah to California and Wyoming. It is a deciduous tree, growing up to 25 meters tall, and prefers moist soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Betula utahensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It is also used in landscaping and is a popular choice for container gardens. The plant is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Betula utahensis has a flower with white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, winged and light brown. The seedlings have a single stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Betula utahensis is a deciduous tree native to the western United States. It has a rounded crown and smooth, gray bark. The leaves are oval-shaped and have serrated edges. The tree produces small, yellowish-green flowers in the spring. To cultivate Betula utahensis, plant it in a well-draining soil mix and water it regularly. Place the tree in a location that receives full sun. Propagate Betula utahensis by seed or by cuttings.
Where to Find Betula utahensis
Betula utahensis is native to the western United States.
Betula utahensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Betula utahensis?
Betula utahensis
What is the common name of Betula utahensis?
Utah Birch
What is the natural habitat of Betula utahensis?
Mountainous regions of the western United States
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,