Tree Family Salicaceae - Willows and Poplars
There are only two genera in this family, Salix (willows), with about 300 species, and Populus (poplars), with barely 40 species. Salicaceae are found throughout the temperate parts of the world, with the majority of species occurring in the north.; Both willows and poplars have a strong affinity for water, and are commonly found near ponds and along watercourses.
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Black Willow
Salix nigra
Golden Weeping Willow - Salix alba 'Tristis'
Golden Weeping Willow
Salix alba
'Tristis'

Populus heterophylla
Swamp Cottonwood

Populus balsamifera
Balsam Poplar
 
Eastern Cottonwood Tree
Populus deltoides

White Poplar Tree
Populus alba
 

 
 
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