Black willow, Gulf black willow Salicaceae (Willow Family)
USDA Symbol:SANI USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
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Specimen & Label Data
Salix nigra
Black Willow
Salicaceae
Location: In edge of creek, 20 m S of wooden bridge--Oakwell Farms.
Latitude: 0.000000
Habitat: Abundant, Very moist soil,, subject to flooding. Alkaline, alluvial soil.
Description: Leaves linear-lanceolate, apiculate, to 5 cm long; medium green above, lighter below. Flowers matured in the press.
County: Bexar
Collector: Harry Cliffe
Collection Date: Apr 28, 1987
Specimen number: 90