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Salix bakko Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Salix bakko plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Salicaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Salix bakko Family: Salicaceae Author: Kimura. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: Mature Width: Habitat: Mountains, C. and N. Japan[58].
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].
This species is closely related to S. caprea[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].
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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