Common Name: white willow
Scientific Name: Salix alba
Category: Champion (big) tree
Comments: This is an extremely large tree and was declared a national champion in 2008. Located in Elk Garden Valley at the headwaters of the Clinch River. Originally nominated as a state champion tree by pioneer big tree searcher Louise Hoge of Burkes Garden Virginia.
Dendrology Notes: dead
Best time to photograph: spring
Nominator: John Henry Smith
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County/City: Russell