Alnus incana tenuifolia (Mountain Alder)

Alnus incana tenuifolia, commonly known as Mountain Alder, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America. It has a multi-stemmed growth habit and produces narrow, serrated leaves that are dark green on top and paler underneath. The female flowers are small and reddish, while the male flowers are long, yellow-green catkins. The plant is known for its ability to thrive in wet, poorly drained soils.