Betula papyrifera
| Scientific Name: | Betula papyrifera |
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| Family: | Betulaceae |
| Common Name: | Paper Birch |
| Authority: | Marshall. |
| Etymology: | Betula is Latin for birch; papyrifera is Latin for "bearing paper" referring to the thin, white, exfoliating bark. |
| C Value: | 7 |
| Wetness: | FACU+ |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 6 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Imperfect |
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| Flower Color: | Inconspicuous |
| Growth Habit: | Woody |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
| Leaf Toothing: | serrate |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | The white exfoliating bark is distinct on this species. |
| Gee Whiz: | The white exfoliating bark is great firestarter when in the wilderness where campfires are allowed. It should only be peeled from downed logs though and not live trees. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |