Corkscrew Willow
Salix matsudana

Location: School Street
Park: Niles Community Park
District: Niles
Native to: Asia
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Broadleaf evergreen native to China. Leaves, twigs and branches are contorted and are the prime identification for this willow. Tree growth to 40 feet, but most in this area are smaller. Grows easily from new growth twigs and branches.

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To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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