Betula utilis D.Don

Native Information

Bhojpatra, is native to the Himalayan region, specifically the subalpine zone. This species is a broadleaved deciduous tree and is also found in parts of China, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, India, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Kazakhstan, and Pakistan.

Habitat

Habit

The tree growing as a shrub or tree reaching up to 20 m (66 ft) tall. It frequently grows among scattered conifers, with an undergrowth of shrubs that typically includes evergreen Rhododendron. The tree depends on moisture from snowmelt, rather than from the monsoon rains. They often have very bent growth due to the pressure of the deep winter snow in the Himalaya.The thin, papery bark is very shiny, reddish brown, reddish white, or white, with horizontal lenticels.

Uses

The bark, leaves, and resin are used in Ayurvedic and other traditional systems to treat ailments like wounds, skin issues, rheumatism, and even psychological disorders. Additionally, the bark has been used as a writing material and for packaging, while the wood is used in construction and for making various utensils.

Seed

Flower

Fruit

Leaves

Bark