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Search Term(s): Alnus serrulata   (1 record found)

BETULACEAE
Birch Family
Alnus serrulata  (smooth alder)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Alnus: Latin name for the Alder tree; serrulata: small-toothed, referring to leaf margins
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Shrub
Phenology (Flowering Period)
April
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Sunny to partially sunny river and creek banks, open wet meadows, edges of tidal and non-tidal freshwater wetlands
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
6
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Seeds eaten by Goldfinches, Pine Siskin and Redpolls.
Medicinal Properties
Part used: Bark. Internally used as a tea or tincture for acne and skin irritations, ulcers, and gastritis. Used topically for hemorrhoids and poison ivy rash, and as a mouthwash for canker sores and inflammation of mouth and throat.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Atlantic White Cedar Non-tidal Wetlands (Swamp)
Freshwater Shrub Tidal Wetlands
Peat Wetlands (Acidic Fens)
Ponds, Lakes, and Reservoirs (Millponds)
Seepage Slope Open Canopy Non-tidal Wetland (Piedmont)
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