Salix nigra

Salix nigra black willow

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA

Deciduous tree, common throughout the state.

Common in wetlands, wet meadows, and rich alluvial soils.

Present throughout the state.

Wetland codes
EMP: OBL
NCNE: OBL



Flowers late March through April.

S-rank:  S5 (Secure)
G-rank:  G5 (Secure)

Salix nigra black willow

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA
Salix nigra gallery
Plant Life-Form
deciduous tree
Common Names
black willow