River Birch
The river birch is a popular shade and ornamental tree that thrives in wet environments. It is the most widespread birch tree in the U.S. They can be found along the Great Lawn's perimeter and near Turtle Pond.
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Leaves
Triangular, 1.5-3 inches long, alternate -
Fruit
1 inch cones that are brown and upright -
Flower
Long, drooping catkins (male), short, upright catkins (female) -
Bark
Curls and peels, shiny, pink to brown to gray
