Salix babylonica is a species of willow native to dry areas of northern China, but cultivated for millennia elsewhere in Asia, being traded along the Silk Road to southwest Asia and Europe.

'Crispa' is a medium-sized, deciduous tree of upright, open habit with narrow, spirally-curled, green leaves that are twisted around the straight stems. Small, yellowish catkins are borne in spring ...

Salix are deciduous shrubs and trees of diverse habit, with simple leaves and tiny flowers in catkins, male and female usually on separate plants. Some are valued for their brightly coloured winter ...

This weeping willow was a symbol of refuge during my childhood and here it is now, on Bates campus facing the puddle. The weeping willow (Salix babylonica) is part of the Salicaceae family and is a ...

We certainly have native azaleas in the U.S., but the types we most commonly see in nurseries and landscapes have descended ...

It gets really fascinating. Weeping willows. This plant’s scientific name is Salix babylonica, but it’s possible that Carl Linnaeus, the father of binomial nomenclature, was mistaken into ...

When it comes to creating a comfortable outdoor space, shade trees play an essential role. But with so many tree species available, how do you choose the best one for shade? This common question ...

Mission Statement: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM) is an international, peer-reviewed journal that seeks to understand the sources and to encourage rigorous research ...

From the Varsity sign to the Olympic flame to Bank of America Plaza, Atlanta’s city skyline offers gorgeous views of famous, towering buildings. But towering trees? They provide even more than beauty; ...

Trees benefit our environment in a host of ways and can bring beauty and increase the value of your Orlando home. However, regardless of their good looks, not all trees are suitable for planting in ...