Weeping Willow, Salix babylonica L.
Item
Title
Weeping Willow, Salix babylonica L.
Description
Because of how absorbent its roots are, this tree is often planted near bodies of water. Willows are also very fast growing, with the ability to inch upwards three meters per year. The salicylic acid in its bark was one of the reasons this tree was so highly demanded.
Creator
Artist/Collector
T. F. Lucy
Date
Date Collected
26 May 1897
Spatial Coverage
Location
New York, USA
Medium
Medium/Material
Herbarium Sheet
Rights Holder
Credit Line
© The Field Museum, Cat. No. 1353
