River Birch, Betula nigra
Native. Can grow up to 80 feet. Leaves alternate and simple, 1-3 inches long with doubly toothed margins. Thin, peeling bark is pink to reddish-brown on young trees. Likes wet springs but can tolerate dry summers. Needs a pH of 6.5 or lower. Arching branches.
GIS coordinate: N40 21.028 W94 52.966
Trail Number: G8
