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Salix x mollisima undulata

Salix x mollisima undulatafam. Salicaceae
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Salix x mollisima undulata (Salix x mollisima undulata) — botanical photograph
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Overview

Salix x mollisima undulata is a hybrid willow known for its light and airy form, often found in moist or wet environments across regions such as Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, and parts of Europe including Austria and the Baltic States. This deciduous tree can grow up to 6 meters tall and thrives in full sun with well-drained to heavy clay soils. The plant is valued for its edible qualities, particularly the inner bark, leaves, and shoots, which are used in various culinary applications. One distinctive feature of this willow is its undulating branches, adding a unique aesthetic appeal to gardens or landscapes where it is grown.

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What is Salix x mollisima undulata?

Salix x mollisima undulata is a hybrid willow known for its light and airy form, often found in moist or wet environments across regions such as Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, and parts of Europe including Austria and the Baltic States.

What is Salix x mollisima undulata used for?

Traditionally used for stress & anxiety. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.

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Benefits & evidence

1 claim · traditional-use context
Traditional-use context
These notes are presented as ethnobotanical context. No cited clinical references are catalogued for this plant yet.
  • Traditional-use note: Salix x mollisima undulata appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a decoction. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.

    Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.

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Cultivation

Salix x mollisima undulata thrives in full sun and prefers moist to wet soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 5-9 and can grow up to 6 meters tall. For cultivation, ensure the soil remains consistently moist; occasional watering may be necessary during dry spells. The inner bark, leaves, and shoots are edible parts of this plant.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist, Wet
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
5-9
Mature size
6.0 m tall
For first-time growers

How to grow Salix x mollisima undulata for the first time

8steps

Start with planting Salix x mollisima undulata in a moist, well-draining soil and full sun to ensure success.

  1. 1

    What you'll need

    A young Salix x mollisima undulata sapling or seeds, a trowel, and water.

  2. 2

    Best time to plant

    Plant in early spring or late autumn when the soil is workable but not frozen.

  3. 3

    Soil and container prep

    Ensure the soil is moist, well-draining, and rich in organic matter. For containers, use a mix of light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) soils.

  4. 4

    Sowing or transplanting

    Transplant young saplings into a prepared hole that's slightly larger than the root ball. Sow seeds directly where they will grow if starting from seed.

  5. 5

    First two weeks

    Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for signs of stress or pests and address them promptly.

  6. 6

    Ongoing care

    Provide full sun exposure, regular watering, especially during dry spells, and occasional pruning to maintain shape and health.

  7. 7

    Harvest or pruning

    Prune in late winter before new growth starts. Harvest inner bark, leaves, and shoots for culinary use when young and tender.

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    Common mistakes

    Overwatering, planting in poor soil, neglecting to prune, and not providing enough sunlight are common issues beginners should avoid.

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Edible & utility

Edible parts:Inner barkLeavesShoots
Edible uses: The inner bark, leaves, and shoots of Salix x mollisima undulata are edible. Typically, the young shoots are harvested in spring and can be eaten raw or cooked. The inner bark is also used, often dried before consumption. Leaves can be consumed fresh or made into a tea.
Other uses:Weaving materialDynamic accumulator
Contextrange · companions · related
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Distribution

51 native · 56 introduced
Distribution across3 continents· 51 native· 56 introduced
Europe26 regions
native (19)AlbaniaAustriaBelarusBelgiumBulgariaCyprusFranceGermanyGreeceHungaryItalyNetherlandsPolandPortugalRomaniaRussiaSpainSwitzerlandUkraine
introduced (7)DenmarkFinlandIrelandNorwayRussiaSwedenUnited Kingdom
Asia12 regions
native (9)AfghanistanChinaIranIraqKazakhstanPalestineTurkeyTurkmenistanUzbekistan
introduced (3)GeorgiaPakistanYemen
Africa4 regions
native (3)AlgeriaMoroccoTunisia
introduced (1)Libya
Broader regions
native:Altay, Baltic States, Czechoslovakia, East Aegean Is., Kriti, Lebanon-Syria, Transcaucasus, Yugoslavia
introduced:Argentina Northwest, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Chile Central, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Krasnoyarsk, Maine, Maryland, Masachusettes, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New South Wales, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Québec, Rhode I., Saskatchewan, South Australia, Tadzhikistan, Tasmania, Tennessee, Vermont, Victoria, Virginia, West Himalaya, West Virginia, Wisconsin
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Specimen gallery

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Salix x mollisima undulata (Salix x mollisima undulata) — botanical photograph
Salix x mollisima undulata (Salix x mollisima undulata)
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