Alnus nepalensis (Betulaceae) Deciduous tree

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Alnus nepalensis
Deciduous tree
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The Alnus nepalensis plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Himalayas It is a member of the Betulaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Alnus nepalensis
Family:  Betulaceae
Author:  Don.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  22   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Forests in ravines, on stream banks and occasionally in drier localities, 900 - 2700 metres in the Himalayas[146].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a heavy soil and a damp situation[1, 11]. Grows well in heavy clay soils[11]. Succeeds in very infertile sites[200]. This species is possibly only hardy in the milder areas of Britain[11]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil micro-organisms, these form nodules on the roots of the plants and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200].

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