Salix taxifolia Yew-leaf willow (Salicaceae) Deciduous tree

Browse Plants Articles

Power Search!

Browse Botanic Names

Sponsored By KhorWills

Salix taxifolia
Yew-leaf willow
Deciduous tree
(1 Page of 5)

The Salix taxifolia plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Texas, Arizona, New Mexico and Mexico. It is a member of the Salicaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yew-leaf willow.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

Latin Name:  Salix taxifolia
Common Name:  Yew-leaf willow
Family:  Salicaceae
Author:  HBK.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  10   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Prefers growing by cool streams and in canyons at elevations of 900 - 1800 metres, it is found in oak forests, desert grassland and by streams in desert areas[229].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know how hardy it will be in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. 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]. 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.

For further Salix taxifolia gardening information
click on one of the blue links below

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography
Useful Edible Plants Future