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salix purpurea

 

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Noun salix purpurea has 1 sense
  1. purple willow, red willow, red osier, basket willow, purple osier, Salix purpurea - Eurasian osier having reddish or purple twigs and bark rich in tannin
    --1 is a kind of osier
    --1 is a member of Salix, genus Salix

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Term: Salix Purpurea

Description:

Salix purpurea is a type of willow tree native to Europe and Western Asia. Also known as purple willow or purple osier, it is characterized by its slender, flexible branches and purple-red stems. This deciduous tree can grow up to 15 meters in height, and it is often planted for its ornamental beauty as well as its numerous medicinal properties.

Sample sentences:

  • The Salix purpurea in our garden provides a beautiful backdrop of vibrant color during the spring.
  • Due to its high concentration of salicylates, the bark of Salix purpurea is commonly used to alleviate pain and reduce fever.
  • Wildlife enthusiasts often spot various bird species nesting in the branches of Salix purpurea.

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