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Common Name: Corkscrew Willow
Species Name: Salix matsudana 'Tortuosa'
Family Name: Salicaceae

 
Plant Facts 
OriginChina
Sun PreferenceFull Sun
SusceptibilityNone Serious

ID Characteristics

  • Leaf and Stem Characteristics
    • Plant Height: 40-foot diameter, 50-foot height
    • Leaves: Alternate, simple, linear-lanceolate, 2-4 inches long, 1/3-3/5 inches wide, serrate
 
Habitat/Ecology 
Soil PreferenceAdapted to moist soil conditions
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone
NotesFast growing, weak-wooded; female clone