Life Span
Perennial
Annual or Biennial
Origin
India, Nepal, China
Asia, Europe, North Africa, North America
Types
Betula utilis
Geranium robertianum
Habitat
Mountains
Shaded sites, Waste areas
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-7
3-9
Sunset Zone
3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17
21,22
Habit
Pyramidal
Clump-Forming
Flower Color
Tan, Brown
Pink, Magenta, Rose
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Yellow green
Green, Light Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Red, Green, Dark Red
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Cordiform
Arrowhead
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Very Fast
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Early Spring
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Grafting, Stem Cutting
-
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season
Keep ground moist, Requires regular watering
In Summer
Average Water
Average Water
In Spring
Moderate
Average Water
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Fertilize in early spring, Fertilize in late fall, slow-release fertilizers
-
Pests and Diseases
Honey fungus, Leaves with brown tip, Phytophthora Root Rot, Powdery mildew, Verticillium Wilt
Downy mildew, Pest Free, Powdery mildew
Plant Tolerance
Dry Conditions, waterlogging, Wet Site
Shade areas
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Aesthetic Uses
-
Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Weightloss
Good for skin, Reduce Bruises, Skin irritation
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Insect Repellent
Medicinal Uses
anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Carminative
Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Diuretic, Gallbladder Diseases, Haemorrhages, Inflammation, Kidney problems, Kidney Stones, Liver problems, Sore throat, Strengthen gums, Swelling, Ulcers
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Leaves
Leaves, Root, Whole plant
Other Uses
Used in construction, Wood is used in construction
Can be made into a herbal tea, repels rabbits, deers and mosquitos, Used as a nutritious food item
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Bedding Plant, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Botanical Name
BETULA utilis
GERANIUM robertianum
Common Name
Himalayan Birch
Death-Comes-Quickly, Herb Robert, Dove's Foot, Crow's Foot, Storksbill, Red Robin
In Hindi
हिमालय सन्टी
जड़ी बूटी रॉबर्ट
In German
Himalaya-Birke
Kraut Robert
In French
bouleau de l'Himalaya
herbe à Robert
In Spanish
abedul del Himalaya
hierba de San Roberto
In Greek
Himalayan σημύδας
βότανο Robert
In Portuguese
bétula Himalaia
erva robert
In Polish
Himalayan brzoza
herb robert
In Latin
Birch Himalayan
Robertus herba
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Betulaceae
Geraniaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Season and Care of Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert
Season and care of Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert is important to know. While considering everything about Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert Care, growing season is an essential factor. Himalayan Birch season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Herb Robert season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Himalayan Birch is Loam, Sand and for Herb Robert is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Himalayan Birch is Acidic, Neutral and for Herb Robert is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert Physical Information
Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert physical information is very important for comparison. Himalayan Birch height is 1,220.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Herb Robert height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm. The color specification of Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert are as follows:
Himalayan Birch flower color: Tan and Brown
Himalayan Birch leaf color: Yellow green
Herb Robert flower color: Pink, Magenta and Rose
- Herb Robert leaf color: Green and Light Green
Care of Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert
Care of Himalayan Birch and Herb Robert include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Himalayan Birch pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Herb Robert pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead leaves. In summer Himalayan Birch needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Herb Robert needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water.