Salix lasiandra Yellow willow (Salicaceae) Deciduous tree

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Salix lasiandra
Yellow willow
Deciduous tree
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The Salix lasiandra plant species is found in Western N. America - Alaska to California. It is a member of the Salicaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yellow willow. Some home gardeners know the variety as S. lucida lasiandra. (Benth.)E.Murray.

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Latin Name:  Salix lasiandra
Common Name:  Yellow willow
Family:  Salicaceae
Author:  Benth.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Streamsides from sea-level to moderate elevations[60].

Propagation Notes: Seed - must be surface sown as soon as it is ripe in late spring. It has a very short viability, perhaps as little as a few days. Cuttings of mature wood of the current year's growth, November to February in a sheltered outdoor bed or planted straight into their permanent position and given a good weed-supressing mulch. Very easy. Plant into their permanent positions in the autumn. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, June to August in a frame. Very easy.

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