Horticultural Value.—Picturesque in blossom and fruit; its value dependent chiefly upon its matted roots for holding wet banks, and its ability to withstand considerable shade. Sold by plant collectors; easily propagated from cuttings.
Plate XX.—Salix discolor.
| 1. Leaf-buds. |
| 2. Branch with sterile catkins. |
| 3. Sterile flower. |
| 4. Branch with fertile catkins. |
| 5. Fertile flower. |
| 6. Fruiting branch. |
| 7. Mature leaves. |
Salix nigra, Marsh.
Black Willow
Habitat and Range.—In low grounds, along streams or ponds, river flats.
New Brunswick to western Ontario.