Goat willow

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

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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