Betula pendula subsp. pendula
Betula pendula subsp. pendula, commonly known as the Silver Birch, is a versatile medicinal plant prized for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its diuretic and detoxifying qualities, its bark, leaves, and sap offer potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, supporting renal health and skin vitality in traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Betula pendula subsp. pendula
- Family: Betulaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fagales and the family Betulaceae, it is classified under the genus Betula. Specifically, the taxonomic hierarchy identifies this organism as Betula pendula subsp. pendula.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Betulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Betula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Betula pendula subsp. pendula, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is most commonly referred to as the silver birch, while in German, it is known as die Hängebirke. In French, the species is called bouleau verruqueux, and in Spanish, it is identified as abedul rizado.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions within Northern Europe. In Denmark, it can be found growing in its natural habitat. Its presence is also well-documented throughout the landscapes of Finland. Furthermore, the species extends its reach to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, it is commonly established within the territories of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |