{"product_id":"semences-bouleau-a-papier","title":"Akene Seeds - Paper Birch","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eTo successfully grow your seedlings,\u003cbr\u003esee the cultivation notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaper birch (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBetula papyrifera\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a medium-sized deciduous tree belonging to the Betulaceae family. It typically reaches between 15 and 25 meters in height. It is distinguished by its thin, white bark, which peels off in large papery strips, and by its oval leaves with serrated edges, medium green on top and paler underneath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlowering occurs in spring before or at the same time as the leaves appear. Male and female flowers are borne on separate catkins, the former elongated and pendulous, the latter erect. The fruits are small winged seeds grouped in cylindrical catkins that fall when mature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper birch is a pioneer species that rapidly colonizes disturbed sites: burned lands, clearings, roadsides. It grows in a wide variety of soils but prefers well-drained and slightly acidic soils. It tolerates cold, relative drought, and grows equally well in full sun or diffuse light. It can be found throughout Quebec.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurthermore, birches (\u003cem\u003eBetula\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/les-plantes-cle-de-voute-des-piliers-essentiels-de-la-biodiversite\" title=\"Keystone plants: essential pillars of biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide diversity of insects and birds that use their leaves, bark, and seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and Culinary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bark and leaves of paper birch have been used in infusions or decoctions for their diuretic, febrifuge, and antiseptic properties. The inner cambium, rich in starch, could be consumed in times of need. The bark also served as a container or material for cooking or preserving food. The wood, for its part, has long been used for making tools, objects, furniture, and paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sap is also edible and can be reduced into syrup, even if the sugar content is lower than maple sap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper birch plays a fundamental role in natural forest successions. As a pioneer species, it prepares the ground for other more demanding trees. Its lightweight seeds are dispersed by wind over long distances. Its leaves, which decompose rapidly, enrich the soil with organic matter. It provides food for hares, deer, and several bird species, and hosts many insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaper birch seeds must undergo \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Cold stratification of native seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility regarding the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always consult a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, culture forestière","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":49896194801910,"sku":"sku-47699174064379","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":49896194834678,"sku":"sku-47699174097147","price":24.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5G","offer_id":49896194867446,"sku":"sku-47699174129915","price":67.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":50458890273014,"sku":"sku-48762597540091","price":108.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/betula-papyrifera-bouleau-papier-1.jpg?v=1769564821","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-bouleau-a-papier","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}