Salix wallichiana
Family: Salicaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. The branches have a silky coating. The leaves are 5-11 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. They are broadly sword shaped.
There are about 300 Salix species.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Northeastern India it grows at 2,400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Afghanistan, Asia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, SE Asia, Tibet
How it is used for food
The catkins are chewed for their sweet taste.
Edible parts
Inner bark, leaves, catkins
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bhaishara, Bivir, Jangli-bains, Shibdu