Poison Willow

About

Common Names

Poison Willow / Brioefen Sceimo (Waejir)

Classification

Tree

Description

This long trailing shooted willow has 30 centimeter long leaves with stinging hairs along their margins.

Ecology

Rarity

Distribution

Life Cycle

Related Species

Long Leaf Willow

Willow

Uses

Cultivation

Culinary

Medicinal

Other

• Poison - These leaves make very painful welts raising blisters on exposed skin.
• Poison - The flowers of this willow, while safe to the touch, are poisonous if ingested.

History

Cultural

Religious