Salix reinii-affinis

Salix reinii-affinis

Native to:
Russia

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Salicaceae
Genus:
Salix
Species:
Salix reinii-affinis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★★★★★ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, birds

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds are short-lived; sow fresh or stratify at 4°C for 30-60 days. Germination occurs in 2-4 weeks under moist conditions.

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