Salix laevigata

 Salix laevigata (red willow) ( )

Salicaceae



  • Red willow is a tree with a prominent main trunk. It is characterized by leaves that are grayish or gray-white on their lower surface, reaches heights of 20-30 feet or even taller under optimal growing conditions. This is a riparian willow that forms riparian thickets. Willows lose their leaves during winter months. While it may seem strange to have such moisture-loving species in the desert, the presence of a relatively permanent flow or groundwater pool of available freshwater provides conditions well suited for growth. So long as water is available, high summer temperatures present little or no threat.  "California Desert Plants, Philip W Runder, Robert J Gustafson, Michael E Kauffmann."

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