Family
Betulaceae
77 species in this taxon
Betulaceae (Betulaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 6 genuss with 77 known species. This includes the genus groups Alnus, Betula, Carpinus, Corylus, Ostrya, and Ostryopsis. Among its members, 6 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Beeches & Oaks (Fagales).