Betula gmelinii

Family: Betulaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 3 m tall. The bark is dark grey. The branches are hairy. The leaves are oval and 1.5-4 cm long by 1-2.5 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Mongolia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves ? - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Betula fruticosa subsp. gmelinii (Bunge) Kitag; Chamaebetula ghelini Opiz;