Salix alba
White Willow
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White Willow (Salix alba) - Description
The White Willow is an extremely fast grower with distinct pinkish to brown shoots. The young leaves have a blue tinge to their undersides.
White Willow (Salix alba) - Growth
Willows are fast growing, deciduous trees and shrubs that are generally found near water sources in the wild. They grow well near rivers and ponds. Some species can grow as tall as 100 ft. tall and just as wide.
White Willow (Salix alba) - Planting
Propagated easily from cuttings. Root softwood cuttings in spring.
White Willow (Salix alba) - Pest
Willow trees are susceptible to tent caterpillars, aphids, borers, spider mites. Prone to crown gall, canker, powdery mildew and lesion nematode.
White Willow (Salix alba) - Interesting facts
The compound which is the precursor for the active ingredient in aspirin is called salicylic acid. This particular compound is found in the bark of willows. Salicylic acid's name is derived from the genus name for willows, Salix. Native Americans would chew on the bark as a remedy for aches and fevers. The medicinal use of willow bark has been documented as early as the 5th century B.C.
White Willow (Salix alba) - Soil and irrigation
Provide deep soil. Shallow and alkaline soils can be detrimental to the health and development of willows.
