[2] Betula cordifolia is a deciduous tree that reaches heights of about 60 feet or 25 m and a trunk diameter of about 30 inches or about 75 cm.

As the specific epithet suggests, the leaf base is generally cordate (heart-shaped), however this can be misleading as it is occasionally flat or rounded.

[3] Betula cordifolia is found in Atlantic Canada, Quebec, northwestern Ontario, Northern New York State, and New England.

[2] It is also found at high elevations on the slopes of the Black Mountains in Western North Carolina.

As processed firewood, both species produce excellent heat, but burn relatively quickly, however with little to no smoke.