Green Alder (Alnus alnobetula)
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Scientific Name: Alnus alnobetula — Green Alder.
Native Home: Northern Europe, Siberia, North America, and mountainous regions of Eurasia.
Height: 2–6 m, occasionally taller.
Lifespan: Around 40–60 years.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Small-diameter wood used for minor crafts and fuel.
Harvesting: Branches and stems are cut selectively; the plant also helps stabilize soil.
Age to Harvest: Typically 10–20 years for useful stems.
Products: Fuelwood, small wooden items, and soil-restoration materials.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used locally for fuel, fencing, and stabilizing mountain slopes.
Global Spread: Native across cool regions of Europe, Asia, and North America; also planted for erosion control and habitat restoration.
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