Shining willow (Salix lucida)

Shining willow, a reference photo — Photo: Public domain

Salix lucida, the shining willow, Pacific willow, red willow, or whiplash willow, is a species of willow native to northern and western North America, occurring in wetland habitats. It is the largest willow found in British Columbia.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Shining willow being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Salix lasiandra
Salix serissima
Salix euxina
Salix pentandra
Salix maccalliana

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Salicaceae
Genus: Salix
Species: Salix lucida

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