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Alnus firma

Japanese Green Alder
Also known as: Alnaster firmus (Siebold & Zucc.) Murai +10 more
  • Alnaster firmus (Siebold & Zucc.) Murai
  • Alnaster firmus var. hirtellus (Franch. & Sav.) Murai
  • Alnus firma f. hirtella (Franch. & Sav.) H.Ohba
  • Alnus firma subsp. hirtella (Franch. & Sav.) C.K.Schneid.
  • Alnus firma var. hirtella Franch. & Sav.
  • Alnus firma var. yasha (Matsum.) H.J.P.Winkl.
  • Alnus hirtella (Franch. & Sav.) Koidz.
  • Alnus yasha Matsum.
  • Alnus yasha var. macrocarpa Callier
  • Alnus yasha var. microcarpa Callier
  • Duschekia firma (Siebold & Zucc.) Pouzar
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Betulaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.

Alnus firma (commonly known as Japanese green alder) is a shrub or tree within the Betulaceae family. It is found natively in Temperate Asia. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Japan

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Korea

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