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Italian alder (Alnus cordata)

Italian alder (Alnus cordata) is a medium-sized, fast-growing deciduous tree native to Corsica and Sardinia, known for its distinctive heart-shaped leaves and upright hab

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Low Needs

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Prefers moist soil, allow slight drying between waterings.

Soil

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures; hardy in USDA zones 5-8.

Fertilizer

Low Needs

Generally does not require heavy fertilization; feed in spring if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

8-12 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1.5-10 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Betula cordata Loisel.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyBetulaceae
  • genusAlnus
  • speciesAlnus cordata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Not considered toxic to humans or pets.

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