Populus alba L.
A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.
Quick Facts
Europe, Central Asia, Introduced and cultivated in india (Himalayan valleys, plains).
Thrives in river plains, moist valleys and well drained loamy soils; tolerates drought and clod; usually at low to mid elevations.
Medium to large deciduous tree 20-30m tall leaves lobed , dark green above and densely white -hairy beneath givig a silvery appearance; bark smooth white gray in young trees, becoming darker and fissured with age.
- Light timber (plywood , packing , matches ). Fuelwood; panted for shade and avenues: ornamental for sivery foliage ; also useful for soil binding and windbreaker.
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Populus alba L.
A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.
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Native Information
Europe, Central Asia, Introduced and cultivated in india (Himalayan valleys, plains).
Habitat
Thrives in river plains, moist valleys and well drained loamy soils; tolerates drought and clod; usually at low to mid elevations.
Habit
Medium to large deciduous tree 20-30m tall leaves lobed , dark green above and densely white -hairy beneath givig a silvery appearance; bark smooth white gray in young trees, becoming darker and fissured with age.
Uses
- Light timber (plywood , packing , matches ). Fuelwood; panted for shade and avenues: ornamental for sivery foliage ; also useful for soil binding and windbreaker.
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Fruit
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