Salix petrophila
(Alpine Willow)
Salix petrophila, Blue Lakes, Summit Co. 1151
| Scientific Name | Salix petrophila | USDA PLANTS Symbol | SAPE18 |
| Common Name | Alpine Willow, Rock Willow | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 520882 |
| Family | Salicaceae (Willow) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Subalpine and alpine (11000 to 13500 ft.); tundra, cirques, lake basins, rocky slopes. Plant: Small, leafy erect shrub less than 4 inches high; decumbent or trailing stems. Leaves: Hairy lanceolate. elliptic to obovate, cupped leaves up to 1-3/4 inch long. Inflorescence: Dioecious flowers (male and female on separate plants); small catkins with creamy to reddish bracts. Bloom Period: July and August. References: "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield, Flora of North America and Jepson eFlora. |
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Colorado Status: Native |
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