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Red Alder

Alnus rubra

Plant Description

Red alder is a fast-growing deciduous tree that grows well in moist areas, making it an important plant for colonizing streambanks and pond edges after disturbance. It’s a valuable tree for ecological restoration as it fixes nitrogen in the soil which can then be taken up by other plants. Short lived, the wood is prized for furniture and cabinetry, the bark is used for dye and medicine, and it’s browsed by deer, elk, birds, and beaver.

Plant Details

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