Salix japonica
Family: Salicaceae
What it is like
A tree.
There are about 300 Salix species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Japan
How it is used for food
The young spring leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Inner bark, leaves
How it is grown
Plants grow easily from cuttings.