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  1. Birch Trees: Types, Leaves, Bark – Identification (With Images)

    • Birch trees belong to the genus Betula in the beech-oak family Fagales. Birch trees typically grow between 40 and 70 ft. (12 – 21 m) tall with canopies 35 to 60 ft. (10 – 18 m) wide. Dwarf birch trees are small t… See more

    Birch Tree Leaves

    Birch tree leaves are triangular or egg-shaped with a rounded base, pointed tips, and serrated margins. Glossy green birch leaves grow between 2” and 3” (5 – 7.5 cm) long. The si… See more

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    Birch Bark

    Birch tree bark is usually whitish-gray, silver, or sometimes red. The bark on most birch trees has … See more

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    Birch Flower

    Birch tree flowersare small, insignificant clusters of flowering spikes called catkins. Birch trees bloom in spring at the same time leaves appear. Flowers on male birch trees are 1.… See more

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    How to Identify Birch Tree

    The bark and leaf shape are the best ways to identify species of birch trees. You can recognize birch trees by their peeling bark that can be white, gray, or yellow. You will also notice … See more

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  1. 17 Different Types of Birch Trees & Identifying Features - Tree …

  2. 18 Types of Birch Trees (Leaves Identification with Pictures)

  3. How to Identify Different Species of Birch Trees: 6 Species - wikiHow

  4. How to Identify Birch Tree Species: A Visual Guide - Tree Fluent

  5. Types of Birch Tree Leaves: Identification Guide With …

    Feb 14, 2024 · How to Identify Birch Tree Leaves. To identify a birch tree by its leaves, look at the leaf shape, margin, veins, and color. Birch leaves are typically egg-shaped or triangular with a rounded base. Next, look at the serration …

  6. 12 Common Types of Birch Trees - The Spruce

    Aug 27, 2024 · Birch trees belong to the genus Betula and are classified as part of the Betulaceae family of plants. There are more than 60 types of birch trees, which are typically small to medium-sized trees and shrubs found in temperate …

  7. 3 Common Birch Trees In Ohio (Pictures & Identification)

    May 10, 2023 · 1. Sweet Birch. Common Name: Sweet Birch. Scientific Name: Betula lenta. Mature Height: 50-70 feet. Native/Non-Native: Native. Flowers/Cones: Cones. Uses: Sap for syrup, birch beer. The Sweet Birch …

  8. River Birch - Ohio Department of Natural Resources

    Identifying Features. Leaf. River Birch has leaves that are more triangular in shape than Yellow Birch or Black Birch, due to its relatively wide leaf bases. The alternate, doubly serrated, ovate leaves of River Birch easily flutter in the …