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Alnus nepalensis Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Alnus nepalensis plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Himalayas It is a member of the Betulaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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].
General Uses: The bark contains 7% tannin[240], it is used in dyeing[11, 146].
Wood - soft, tough, even grained, does not warp. Used for furniture, rope bridges etc[146, 158]. A very good timber, it deserves to be more widely used[146].
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