Salix aurita Eared sallow (Salicaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Salix aurita
Eared sallow
Deciduous shrub
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The Salix aurita plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Salicaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Eared sallow.

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Latin Name:  Salix aurita
Common Name:  Eared sallow
Family:  Salicaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Damp woods, heaths, rocks by streams and on moors etc, on light acid or slightly basic soils, to 780 metres[17].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils, including wet, ill-drained or intermittantly flooded soils[1, 11], but prefers a damp, heavy soil in a sunny position[200]. Rarely thrives on chalk[200]. Thriving in the most adverse conditions, it is a useful plant for populating dry barren sites[199]. Closely related to S. caprea and S. cinerea[11]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200]. Although the flowers are produced in catkins early in the year, they are pollinated by bees and other insects rather than by the wind[11]. When inhaled near to, a scent of white jasmine can be discerned from the flowers[245]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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