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Paper Birch
Betula papyrifera
In the United States:
Native
· also called canoe birch, white birch
Wind-pollinated deciduous tree with catkins appearing in early spring. Provides minor early-season pollen but no nectar reward for honeybees. Short-lived pioneer species preferring cool, moist, well-drained sites.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | March–May |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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