meadow willow
Namemeadow willow
Species NameSalix petiolaris
Common NameMeadow Willow
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresslender, reddish-brown bark, multiple stems
Foliage TypeDeciduous, simple, lanceolate, silvery-green underside
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable (growing in ground)
Notable FeaturesDistinctive silvery-green foliage and rapid growth, typical of willow species. The plant is currently growing wild and is not a cultivated bonsai.
Description
This specimen is a young Meadow Willow growing in a grassy field, characterized by its slender, reddish-brown stems and distinctive silvery-green, lanceolate leaves. While not currently a bonsai, its natural growth habit suggests potential for training into an informal-upright style.
