noun
Erman's birch; Russian rock birch
A species of birch native to Northeast Asia, often found in mountainous regions. Botanical name: Betula ermanii.
ダケカンバは高山帯でよく見られる。
Erman's birch is often seen in alpine zones.
この森にはダケカンバが多く自生している。
Many Erman's birches grow naturally in this forest.
The name ダケカンバ (岳樺) literally means 'mountain birch,' referring to its typical habitat. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.