Salix lucida ssp. lucida
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Steven Daniel (taken in St. Lawrence Co. NY)
A large shrub or small tree, usually with glossy leave surfaces that frequently have red-brown hairs when unfurling. Branches break easily. Use a regional key for ID.
Native Plant of the Month
February 2008
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
shining willow
glossy willow
glossy willow
Type:
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture:
Wet
Light:
Sun
Part Sun
Part Sun
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
