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Willow (Salix spp)
Family: Salicaceae
Location: Mostly found in wet soils of North America and arctic regions.
Characteristics:
Deciduous tree and shrub
Dioecious
Uses:
Ingestion of leaves relieve fever
Leaves used to relieve toothache
Leaves:
Alternate, simple
Narrow, long-pointed leaves, finely toothed
Paired large stipules
Distinct odor in crushed leaves
Bark:
Gray or brown
Scaly or furrowed
Bitter and aromatic
Flowering Parts:
Yellowish or greenish flowers appear in early spring