
Willow
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The term Willow has Celtic origins and it means "near the water". The Willow both symbolically and naturally is linked to water. For the Celts in particular, and for other peoples in general, the Willow was considered a female goddess, and its worship, linked to lunar cycles and fertility, always held great importance throughout the centuries. It is a multi-use plant: for weaving panniers and baskets, as twine for woodpiles, we even find it in the salicylic acid of aspirin. Ideal for resourceful women!
Scientific name: Salix alba
Common name: White Willow
Surprisingly, it is part of the Salicaceae family. In Central Europe it is one of the most widespread species. It grows in floodplain and riparian forests. On meadows and stream banks you can see capped, thick-trunked specimens that provide precious habitat for insects and birds. Its leaves are narrow and elongated, the underside of which is covered with silky down.
Willow both symbolically and naturally is strongly related to water. For the Celts in particular, and for other peoples in general, the Willow was considered a female goddess, and its worship, linked to lunar cycles and fertility, always held great importance throughout the centuries.
White willow has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties due to its salicin content. When ingested, it is converted to salicylic acid.
What makes it unique
reachable height
maximum life expectancy
Forests where you can grow your own Willow, adopting or giving it away.

Isola Maria Luigia

Lago di Camazzole

Oasi di Crosara

Parco del Serio

Parco dell’Adda Sud

Ticino Valley Park

Parco Oglio Nord

Parco Spina Verde

Torbiere del Sebino Natural Reserve
