Betula Pubescens - Moorbirke

Betula Pubescens, generally known as Moorbirke, belongs to the family of birch plants (Betulaceae). This plant is native to the moderate regions of the northern hemisphere and plays an important role in the ecosystems of wetlands, forests and bogs.

Botanical characteristics

Betula Pubescens is a medium -sized tree that usually reaches a height of 10 to 25 meters. The bark of the young branches is smooth and of reddish-brown color, while the bark of older tribes becomes white to silver gray and has characteristic white spots. The leaves are rounded to egg -shaped, double sawn and have a striking tip. They are light green in spring and dye themselves in warm yellow tones in autumn. The flowers of the Moorbirk are inconspicuous, hang in kittens and are an important part of early food for bees and other pollinators.

Ecological meaning

Betula Pubescens plays a crucial role in wetlands and moor areas. The roots of these trees can regulate the water level in damp soils and contribute to the drainage of bogs. The leaves of the Moorbirke falls off in autumn and slowly decomposes, which means that organic substance gets into the ground and favors the formation of peat. Peat formation contributes to the binding of the carbon in moor areas and is therefore of importance in climate protection.

use

Betula Pubescens is also of economic importance. The wood of the Moorbirke is light, firm and has a nice grain. It is used for the production of furniture, parquet, plywood and carvings. In addition, the bark of the birch is used in some cultures for the production of traditional tanning and bast fibers.