
Goat willow (Salix caprea)
Goat willow, also known as Goat willow, Pussy willow
Goat Willow (Salix caprea), commonly known as pussy willow, is a small deciduous tree or large shrub originating from Europe and parts of western and central Asia. Its wood is fragile, making it unsuitable for timber. The name "caprea" translates to "goat." This species is also prone to diseases caused by insects and microbes.
Key Facts About Goat willow
Attributes of Goat willow
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
8 m to 13 m
Spread
8 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
8 mm to 1.6 cm
Flower Color
Green Yellow Silver Pink
Scientific Classification of Goat willow
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Malpighiales
Family
Willow
Genus
Willows
Species
Goat willow