Betula pendula (alba)

Tree Name:

Silwerberk / Silver Birch / Betula pendula (alba)

Leaves

Deciduous

Origin

Exotic

Growth

10m - 25m

Betula pendula, commonly known as the Silver Birch or European White Birch, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. Typically growing 10 to 25 meters tall, it has a slender, elegant trunk with distinctive white bark that peels in thin layers. The tree produces triangular to oval, serrated green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Betula pendula blooms in early spring, producing small catkins that release wind-dispersed pollen. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Known for its graceful appearance and striking bark, it is commonly used in landscaping and forestry for its ornamental value.