River Birch

Betulaceae

FamilyBetulaceae

Max Height25 m

RangeE. United States

HabitatRiverbanks

About the River Birch

Salmon-pink peeling bark distinguishes it from white birches. Thrives in heat where paper birch fails. A landscaping favorite for wet spots. Seeds feed finches and other birds.

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