Betula pendula ‘Dalecarlica’ has a similar graceful habit to Betula pendula, but its branches cascade even more. The rich green leaves are deeply cut and serrated, which imparts a light, delicate appearance to Betula pendula ‘Dalecarlica’. It has white trunks when mature, and its yellow autumn leaves add to its charm. However, it’s less tolerant of prolonged dry spells. Betula pendula is deciduous and native to Europe and parts of Asia, though in southern Europe, it is only found at higher altitudes. Its range extends into Siberia, China, and southwest Asia in the mountains of northern Turkey, the Caucasus, and northern Iran. Learn more about Betula pendula. Betula pendula ‘Dalecarlica’ was discovered in 1767 by Hans Gustaf Hiordt in the village of Ornäs, in the central Swedish province of Dalarna.