white willow (Salix alba)
Salix alba, the White Willow, is a fast-growing, deciduous tree with silvery-green foliage. It thrives in moist to wet soils. Its bark contains salicin, historically used
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Sunlight
Full sun (6+ hours direct)
Watering
Consistently moist to wet soil
Soil
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loams; tolerates heavy clay and wet conditions.
Temperature
Hardy in temperate climates
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not required
Care Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours direct)
Consistently moist to wet soil
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loams; tolerates heavy clay and wet conditions.
Hardy in temperate climates
Outdoor
Generally not required
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
10-25 m
Spread
8-15 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Simple, lanceolate
Flower Size
3-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familySalicaceae
- genusSalix
- speciesSalix alba
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
Contains salicylates, which can cause gastrointestinal upset, depression, and other symptoms if ingested by pets. Raw ingestion by humans may also cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort.