Alder

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Japan and Northeastern Asia

Location

Urban Tree Collection

Source of plant

Peter Podaras

Description

Strong-growing pyramidal tree reaching 20 m in height; young twigs always glabrous or nearly so, leaves pubescent only on the venation beneath. Closely related to A. glutinosa but with larger leaves and fruits.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3