Alnus glutinosa 'Laciniata'
Common Alder



Conical-growing tree with finely-cut, green leaves. Tolerates wet and windy sites. Yellow-green catkins are a source of pollen for bees in early to mid-spring. Fixes nitrogen in the soil, so good for improving soil conditions for other plants.
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Family: Betulaceae, birch family, a family of mostly Northern Hemisphere deciduous trees and shrubs. Learn more about Betulaceae.
Genus: Alnus, alnus (Latin, noun), meaning 'alder'. Commonly known as alder, a genus of trees and shrubs. Learn more about Alnus.
Species: Alnus glutinosa, glūtinōsa (Latin, adjective), meaning 'gluey, sticky', in reference to the sticky young buds and shoots of this species. Learn more about Alnus glutinosa.
Cultivar: Alnus glutinosa 'Laciniata'
Common Name: Common Alder
Other Common Name(s): Black Alder