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Betula papyrifera (Paper Birch)
Origin
Northern North America
History
Geographic Information
Family
Betulaceae
Plantings on Campus
- W. Conservatory ()
Paper Birch
- E. Library ()
Paper birch
Uses
Paper birch makes excellent firewood, as the bark is flammable even when wet.
Birch bark was used by Native Americans to line the outside of canoes, due to its waterproof nature. It was also used as a writing material.
Images
Paper Birch, May 11, 2008
Paper birch buds, May 11, 2008