Betula platyphylla japonica (Japanese White Birch)

Betula platyphylla japonica, commonly known as Japanese White Birch, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Betulaceae family. It is native to Japan and has become popular in landscaping due to its beautiful white bark and graceful drooping branches. The leaves are green and have a triangular shape, turning bright yellow in the fall. The tree can reach a height of 50-70 feet and has a spread of 30-40 feet. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil.