Birch Bark - BETULA ALBA
(Cut & Sifted) Available in 1 OZ.
Description: Birch is a deciduous tree belonging to the Betulaceae family. It has a peeling, silver-white trunk that is black and fissured towards the base. The bark peels off horizontally into thin layers of varying hues and textures The inner bark is bitter and astringent. Birch twigs, when bruised, smell like wintergreen.
Other Names: Beithe, Paper Birch, Lady of the Woods, Silver Birch, Tree of Life, White Birch
Part Used: Bark
Culinary Uses: The bark of the Birch tree is has been used for beer making. To make a tea, crush 3 teaspoons of dried Birch Bark in 1 cup of boiling water.
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