by Leah E. 2000 Common Names: White Birch, Canoe Birch, Silver Birch Genus: Betula Species: papyrifera Parts Used: bark, wood and sap Paper birch trees have a thin bark that peels in horizon

The Paper Birch is considered by many to be one of the most attractive native trees in North America. © 1997 - 2012 Ohio Public Library Information Network & The Ohio Historical Society

by C. Colston Burrell Paper birch tree is a popular tree remarkable for its papery white bark. It is found in cooler locations across the continent. Description of paper birch tree: Generally a me

The paper birch is considered by many to be one of the most attractive native forest trees in North America and can be an eye-catching ornamental tree when planted in a suitable location. Easily recog

Paper birch in winter Bark of paper birch Leaf of paper birch Seed from paper birch (Images courtesy G. Lumis) Bark On young trees the bark is brown; it turns white as the tree ages. The bark