White alder
Alnus rhombifolia
Family: Betulaceae
What it is like
A deciduous tree. It grows 35 m tall and spreads 5 m wide. The stem is slender and erect. The bark is mottled and pale grey. The leaves are oval and taper. They are 10 cm long. The flowers are catkins. The male ones are 15 cm long. The fruit are oval cones 1 cm across.
Where it is found
It will grow in most moist, well-drained soils. It is best in an open sunny position. It is resistant to frost but sensitive to drought.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, North America, USA (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Bark
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed.