Salix glaucosericea

Salix glaucosericea, common name silky willow or Alpine grey willow, is a species of flowering plant in the Salicaceae family. Some authorities consider it a synonym of Salix glauca var. villosa, which is found in western North America.

Description

Salix glaucosericea can reach a height of. This plant usually develop into a large shrub. The yellow-green, simple leaves are lanceolate, entire and petiolate. Like all willows this species is dioecious. Flowers bloom from June to July.

Distribution

It is present in mountains of Europe.

Habitat

This species can be found on acidic mountain soils at elevations over above sea level.