What is this? Multi-stemmed tree or shrub

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  1. dannystwicked

    dannystwicked Active Member

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    I don't know what type of plant this is. I have never seen anything like it before (but I'm not much of a plant person). The leaves and multiple stems make me think it's a VERY overgrown bush but it seems too large to be a bush. Any help you can give would be wonderful.
     

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    A willow of some sort.
     
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    Salix caprea?
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    One common in the trade here like this is sold as French pink pussy willow and may belong to the hybrid between Salix caprea and S. cinerea.
     
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    Yea, I'm thinking pussy willow. It matches the leaves, stems, fruits, and height. Thanks for the helpful guidance.
     
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