Arroyo Willow (Salix lasiolepis) [ Trees > Hardwoods . . . ] Forest Type: Western Streams
by Michael Kuo Habitat: Fond of rocky soil; found along streams, in canyons, or in valleys; western North America. Stature: Up to 25 feet high but usually much smaller; trunk to 6 inches in diameter; with an irregular crown. Leaves: 3-6 inches long and 1/2 to 1 inch wide; tapering to both ends; edges not toothed; thick when mature; dark green above; finely hairy and pale green or whitish below. Bark: Pale grayish brown and smooth when young, becoming ridged and dark gray when mature. Fruit: Tiny seeds produced on catkins 1-2 inches long. |
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