Salicaceae Salix alaxensis (Anderss.) Coville

Feltleaf Willow

Alaska Native - Food, Dietary Aid

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 59

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Scientific name: Salix alaxensis (Anderss.) Coville
USDA symbol: SAALA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Feltleaf Willow
Family: Salicaceae
Family (APG): Salicaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Young, tender leaves and shoots used as sources for vitamin C.

RECRD: 6909 id: 35616

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