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Murray's birch
Scientific Name: Betula murrayana
Family: Betulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Murray's Birch (Betula murrayana)
Murray's birch, scientifically known as Betula murrayana, is a relatively rare species within the birch genus (Betula). It is also known as Murray's Birch.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Betula murrayana B.V. Barnes & Dancik
- Common Name: Murray's Birch
- Order: Fagales
- Family: Betulaceae (alder, birch family)
- Genus: Betula L. (birch)
- Synonyms: The text mentions that Furlow (1997) recognizes Murray's birch as Betula murrayana.
Distribution and Habitat
The text mentions its presence in Ontario, Canada, and references Discover Life's page regarding its distribution.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
Murray's birch is described as a perennial shrub, indicating it lives for more than two years.
Further Information
- ResearchGate Publication: "Murray's Birch (Betula murryana B.V. Barnes & Dancik) in Ontario, Canada."
- Discover Life: Biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Betula murrayana.