The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 6
Alnus glutinosa, Gærtn
Alnus glutinosa, Gærtn.
The ordinary Alder. Throughout Europe and extra tropical Asia, 70 feet high; well adapted for river banks; wood soft and light, turning red, furnishing one of the best charcoals for gunpowder; it is also durable under water, and adapted for turners and joiner's work. A. incana Willd. is an equally high and allied species.