The genome sequence of Sweet Birch, Betula lenta

Sweet birch (Betula lenta), a member of the Betulaceae family, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, valued for its hardwood and historical use in essential oil production. Despite its ecological and economic importance, genomic resources for this species are limited. In this study, we present a high-quality draft genome assembly for Betula lenta. High-molecular-weight DNA was extracted from a single individual and sequenced using the 10x Genomics Chromium platform to approximately 60x coverage. The resulting sequences were assembled using the Supernova v2.1.1 assembler. This genome assembly will serve as a valuable resource for future studies in comparative genomics, population genetics, and conservation of the Betula genus.