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Description
Salix Candida, commonly known as the sageleaf willow, is a species of willow native to North America. This deciduous shrub can grow up to 6 meters tall and 5 meters wide. Its leaves are narrow, lance-shaped, and have a grayish-green color with white hairs on the underside. The flowers are small and yellow, appearing in early spring. The fruit is a capsule containing numerous tiny seeds that are dispersed by the wind. Salix Candida is commonly found in wetlands, along streams, and in other riparian habitats.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Salicaceae |
| Genus | Salix |
Appearance
Salix Candida is a large shrub or small tree with an open, spreading habit. Its leaves are long, narrow, and have a grayish-green color with white hairs on the underside. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown, becoming rough and furrowed with age. The flowers are small and yellow, appearing in early spring before the leaves emerge. The fruit is a capsule containing numerous tiny seeds that are dispersed by the wind.
Care Guide
Salix Candida prefers moist, well-drained soil and full to partial sunlight. It is hardy in USDA zones 2 to 8. Water regularly during the growing season, and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a desirable shape.
Common Pests & Diseases
Salix Candida is susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, including aphids, scales, leaf spot, powdery mildew, and cankers. Regular inspections and prompt treatment with insecticides or fungicides can help prevent these problems.
Habitat
Salix Candida is commonly found in wetlands, along streams, and in other riparian habitats. It is native to North America and can be found from Alaska to California and eastward to the Great Lakes region.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the scientific name of Salix Candida?
A: The scientific name of Salix Candida is Salix candida.
Q: What is the habitat of Salix Candida?
A: Salix Candida is commonly found in wetlands, along streams, and in other riparian habitats.
Q: How tall can Salix Candida grow?
A: Salix Candida can grow up to 6 meters tall and 5 meters wide.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases of Salix Candida?
A: The common pests and diseases of Salix Candida include aphids, scales, leaf spot, powdery mildew, and cankers.
Related Plants
- Salix discolor
- Salix exigua
- Salix fragilis
- Salix purpurea
References
- USDA Plants Database: Salix candida
- Missouri Botanical Garden: Salix candida
- University of Connecticut Plant Database: Salix candida
- North Carolina State University Extension: Salix candida
