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Crack Willow Willow family
Salix fragilis Salicaceae

Crack Willow is so named because the twigs break very easily, with a cracking sound. It has occurred in Britain since pre-medieval times, and grows in wetland areas. It has long thin leaves, but unlike White Willow, the leaves have green undersides.

Crack Willow tree Crack Willow leaves

Catkins Twigs Bark
Female catkins Orange-grey twigs Bark




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