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Water Birch (Betula occidentalis) is a deciduous tree native to the western and northern United States and Canada, including Alaska, Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Manitoba, and other regions. Water Birch (Latin: Betula occidentalis) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Water Birch is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Water Birch is a member native to ASK, ABT, ARI, BRC, CAL, and COL. Water Birch thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can range from light (sandy) to heavy (clay).
Water Birch grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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