Siberian Alder (Alnus hirsuta)
Scientific Name: Alnus hirsuta — Siberian Alder.
Native Home: Siberia, northeastern China, Korea, and the Russian Far East.
Height: 10–20 m.
Lifespan: Around 60–100 years.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Lightweight wood used for fuel, small crafts, and local woodworking.
Harvesting: Mature stems are cut for local wood products; the tree is also planted for soil improvement and erosion control.
Age to Harvest: Approximately 20–40 years for useful timber, depending on growing conditions.
Products: Fuelwood, small wooden items, ornamental plants, and land-restoration material.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Alder wood has traditionally been used for fuel and practical household purposes.
Global Spread: Native to northeastern Asia, where it grows in cool forests, mountain valleys, and moist sites near streams.
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