Populus alba

Populus alba, commonly known as white poplar, is a fast-growing deciduous tree that's native to Central and Southern Europe. Highly adaptable, it thrives in varied soils and climates. It’s well-suited to regenerative agricultural systems, due to its rapid growth, easy propagation, and substantial canopy, providing a microclimate for understory plants. White Poplar can also be utilized in permaculture design as a windbreak or in a riparian buffer to prevent soil erosion, contribute to water sanitation, and provide habitat for wildlife. Furthermore, it's a pretty landscape tree that attracts wildlife, making it a beneficial addition to organic food forests and edible landscapes.

It is a fast grower, easily propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers sunny to semi-shade conditions and moist, well-drained soil.

The map shows known occurrence points of <strong>Populus alba</strong> recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.

Source: <a href="https://www.gbif.org" target="_blank">GBIF.org</a> — Global Biodiversity Information Facility