Alder - Wikipedia
WEBThe largest species are red alder ( A. rubra) on the west coast of North America, and black alder ( A. glutinosa ), native to most of Europe and widely introduced elsewhere, both reaching over 30 metres (100 ft). By contrast, the widespread Alnus alnobetula (green alder) is rarely more than a 5 m-tall (16 ft) shrub.
Alder | Definition, Description, Tree, Wood, & Facts | Britannica
WEBalder, (genus Alnus ), genus of about 30 species of ornamental shrubs and trees in the birch family (Betulaceae). Alders are distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere and in parts of western South America on cool wet sites …
Alder (Alnus glutinosa) - British Trees - Woodland Trust
WEBQuick facts. Common name (s): alder, common alder, black alder, European alder. Scientific name: Alnus glutinosa. Family: Betulaceae. Origin: native. Conical in shape, mature trees can reach a height of around 28m and live to approximately 60 years. The bark is dark and fissured and is often covered in lichen.
Alnus glutinosa - Wikipedia
WEBAlnus glutinosa, the common alder, black alder, European alder, European black alder, or just alder, is a species of tree in the family Betulaceae, native to most of Europe, southwest Asia and northern Africa.
Alder facts and information | Trees for Life
WEBAlder occurs at elevations of up to 500 metres. It typically grows alongside streams and rivers, or on wet ground. As a result it is often found in narrow bands along watercourses, although in the right conditions it can form alder carr, which is a type of wet woodland.
Complete Guide to Alder Trees - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBApr 11, 2022 · All you need to know about alder trees, including how to grow and care for them. Alder tree ( Alnus glutinosa) is a native tree throughout Europe, including Britain and Ireland. It grows to a maximum height of 25m over around 50 years, and is short-lived, with a life expectancy of just 60 years.
12 Species of Alder Trees for Your Yard - The Spruce
WEBJan 18, 2024 · Alder trees and shrubs ( Alnus spp.) are members of the Betulaceae family, more commonly known as the birch family. These deciduous trees are moderate to fast-growing and will grow at a rate of about two feet per year. The most notable features of all varieties of alder trees are their catkins and strobiles.
Alder Trees: Leaves, Bark, Flowers, Cones - Identification (Pictures)
WEBNov 16, 2022 · Alder Tree Facts. Alders are large deciduous trees that grow well in wet areas. Alder ( Alnus) is a genus of flowering deciduous trees in the family Betulaceae. There are about 35 alder species, comprising of large trees and smaller shrub-like trees. Many species of alders grow between 66 and 100 ft. (20 – 30 m) tall.
Alder | Facts and mythology of the alder tree - Trees for Life
WEBAlder is the most common tree in river and lakeside forests, and it improves soil fertility through its ability to fix nitrogen from the air. Alder facts Alder mythology and folklore
Alder | The Wildlife Trusts
WEBScientific name: Alnus glutinosa. Common alder can be found along riversides, and in fens and wet woodlands. Its exposed roots provide shelter for fish, and its rounded leaves are food for aquatic insects.
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