Family: Salicaceae
prairie willow, more..., upland willow
Etymology: Salix: Latin name for the willow and meaning "to leap or spring" in reference to its fast growth Plants: perennial shrub 3 1/2'-10' tall, forming clones Leaves: obovate to obovate-lance-like, edges slightly in-rolled, underside whitened Flowers: mostly stalkless, curving catkins Habitat: dry, medium moisture to wet; open woods, barrens, prairies Conservation Status: Native
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