Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
India, Nepal, China
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Betula utilis
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Mountains
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-7
5-9
Sunset Zone
3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Pyramidal
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Tan, Brown
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Yellow green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Yellow
Leaf Shape
Cordiform
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring
Spring
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Grafting, Stem Cutting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Average Water
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
Fertilize in early spring, Fertilize in late fall, slow-release fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Honey fungus, Leaves with brown tip, Phytophthora Root Rot, Powdery mildew, Verticillium Wilt
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Dry Conditions, waterlogging, Wet Site
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Insignificant
Insignificant
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
-
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
-
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
-
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
Weightloss
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Carminative
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Leaves
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Used in construction, Wood is used in construction
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
BETULA utilis
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Himalayan Birch
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In Hindi
हिमालय सन्टी
पेकॉन
In German
Himalaya-Birke
Pekannuss
In French
bouleau de l'Himalaya
Pacanier
In Spanish
abedul del Himalaya
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
Himalayan σημύδας
Pecan
In Portuguese
bétula Himalaia
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Himalayan brzoza
Orzesznik jadalny
In Latin
Birch Himalayan
Pecan
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Fagales
Juglandales
Family
Betulaceae
Juglandaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
-
Juglandoideae
Season and Care of Himalayan Birch and Pecan
Season and care of Himalayan Birch and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Himalayan Birch and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Himalayan Birch season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Pecan season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Himalayan Birch is Loam, Sand and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Himalayan Birch is Acidic, Neutral and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Himalayan Birch and Pecan Physical Information
Himalayan Birch and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Himalayan Birch height is 1,220.00 cm and width 760.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Himalayan Birch and Pecan are as follows:
Himalayan Birch flower color: Tan and Brown
Himalayan Birch leaf color: Yellow green
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Himalayan Birch and Pecan
Care of Himalayan Birch and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Himalayan Birch pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Himalayan Birch needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.