Salicaceae Salix pulchra Cham.

Tealeaf Willow

Alaska Native - Food, Winter Use Food

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 61

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Scientific name: Salix pulchra Cham.
USDA symbol: SAPU15 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tealeaf Willow
Family: Salicaceae
Family (APG): Salicaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Winter Use Food
Notes: Leaves mixed with seal oil and stored in barrels, kegs or seal pokes for winter use.

RECRD: 6913 id: 36025