white alder


Origin of white alder

1
First recorded in 1855–60

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How to use white alder in a sentence

  • As we followed the dike, the air was sweet with the perfume of white alder.

    Everyday Adventures | Samuel Scoville
  • The range of white alder extends from northern Idaho to southern California.

    American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibson
  • white alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is known simply as alder in the region where it grows.

    American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibson
  • The wood of white alder is five pounds lighter per cubic foot than red alder.

    American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibson
  • The white alder ought to be suitable for nearly every purpose for which red alder is used.

    American Forest Trees | Henry H. Gibson