UNBC & Aleza Lake Research Forest
Plant Systems Database


Spiraea betulifolia    ( Birch-leaved spirea )

Family: ROSACEAE


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Spiraea betulifolia-winter image-stems.jpg
Species: Spiraea betulifolia Pall.

Depiction: Similar in form to Yarrow during wintertime; Yarrow lacks buds and smooth stem.

Photo Location: Forests For The World, Prince George, BC

Photograph Date: Febuary 6th, 2005

Photographer: Allan Carson



Available images of Spiraea betulifolia:


Spiraea betulifolia general description

Spiraea betulifolia winter image-remaining inflorescence

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