Salix lasiandra

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Salix lasiandra

Pacific willow is a deciduous tree growing to 15-45 tall’ at a fast rate. Space 18′ apart.

The flowers that bloom in April are dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant.

The Pacific willow is pollinated by bees.

Lifeform: Tree

Sun: Full Sun

Water: High, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Erosion Control

 

Container

D-16-O, D-40-O, D-16, D-40, TP4

Ecological Value

It provides food and cover for many wildlife species.

Historical Uses

The inner bark was dried, ground into a powder, and then added to flour for making bread. The stems and bark were used in basket making

Distribution

Found at the interior of Alaska and Yukon Territory and south along the coast to California and New Mexico along the Rocky Mountains.

Elevation

Between 0 and 8000 feet

Communities
Habitat

Riparian zones with wet soil and full sun.