- World Boreal Forests -
Trees
This subsection contains a list of trees found within the boreal ecoregions of Canada, Alaska, Siberia, Scandinavia & Iceland.
Betulaceae - Birch Family
The Birch family (Betulaceae) in the boreal forest is characterized by its elegant deciduous trees, including the iconic White Birch (Betula papyrifera) and Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis). Recognized for their distinctive bark, slender branches, and serrated leaves, these birches contribute to the boreal landscape's visual appeal and ecological significance, providing habitat diversity and resources for various species.
Betula alleghaniensis - Yellow Birch
Found in Ecoregion 1,2,3,4,5,6.
Betula occidentalis - Water Birch
Found throughout Ecoregions 7-22.
Betula Papyrifera - Paper birch Found throughout Ecoregions 1-22.
Betula pendula - Silver Birch
Found in Eurasian Ecoregions 24-33.
Betula populifolia - Gray Birch
Found in Ecoregions 4,5.
Betula pebescens - Downy Birch
Found in Eurasian Ecoregions 23-33.