Common Name: white willow
Scientific Name: Salix alba
Category: Unique tree
Comments: This tree was once a state co-cahmpion tree, until the top collapsed a few years ago. The tree still survives in a near prone position, along a tributary of the North Fork, Holston River. White willow is a native willow of Virginia, and plays an important role in riparian restoration and water quality management. It is being replaced in many cases by the non-native, weeping willow, which has been planted near the tree. The white willow was originally nominated by pioneer big tree searcher Richard Salzer. The tree is nominated in his memory by Jeff Kirwan, coordinator of the Virginia Big Treee Program.
Best time to photograph: spring
Nominator: Richard Salzer
This tree is not on public or publicly accessible property. The owner's name, address, and the exact location of the tree are not displayed to protect the privacy of these individuals. If you are the owner and wish to make this information public, please let us know.
County/City: Smyth