Family: Betulaceae

Nepalese alder is a nitrogen-fixing tree that is not invasive! It is fast-growing and wind-pollinated. In Java, this tree is cultivated on slopes where landslides have occurred to prevent further erosion. It rapidly established itself in extremely wet climates and kept topsoil intact. It thrives in saturated, heavy soil. This tree was planted all thru out the state of Hawaiʻi in forest reserves as early as 1933. Later it was harvested and tested for strength. It could be used for furniture, plywood, lumber, medicine, and crafts.

Coppice every two years, and it will grow back.

Plant Uses:

• Edible
• Erosion control
• Medicinal
• Nitrogen fixer
• Privacy / screening

Plant Dangers:

• No dangers