Willow Identification Key: Salix caprea

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Habit: Bushy shrub, with wide spreading branches.

Shoots: Young pubescent shoots are covered in fine white hairs. There are large black scales underneath the buds.

Leaves: Oval to almost round leaves, 5-9 cm long, 4-6 cm wide, dull dark green above, prominently veined beneath, with a twisted leaf tip.

Catkins: Large Male catkins.