Sunday, November 26, 2017

River Birch


Circumference 37.5" The stem to the right was 32 5/8" but not used in the points.
Height measured at 52'
Branch canopy measured at 56' 40'
Total points 102

This tree is an ornamental planting in a park. They are usually found along rivers. The tree grows in open areas. If it is overshadowed by other trees, it will die out.


The paper thin bark of this tree makes it unique. Horizontal lines in the bark also are unique. The buds hug the twig.



I found a leaf that shows its characteristics.




It is unusual that the male catkins remain on the tree after the leaves have fallen. Is it unique for this species?


The variety of nature never seems to end. The same with people. We are all unique and offer to God and others an ability and gifts that others don't have.

Ephesians 2:10
"For we are His workmanship, 
created in Christ Jesus for good works, 
which God prepared beforehand 
so that we would walk in them."

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