Paper Bark

About

Common Names

Paper Bark / Miateiri (Waejir)

Classification

Flowering Tree

Description

A tree of the birch family. The flowers form as long dangling ropes of yellow-white rounded bells. The scent of from these flowers makes a pleasant addition to any hearth.

Ecology

Rarity

Distribution

Life Cycle

Related Species

Black Birch

White Birch

Uses

Cultivation

Culinary

Medicinal

• Antiperiodic and Depurative - The leaves of this tree can aid as an antiperiodic and depurative tea.

Other

• Paper - The bark of this tree peels easily into large sheets used as a medium for writing.

History

Cultural

Religious