Snow Willow
Salix nivalis (S. reticulata)

Family: Willow (Salicaceae)
AKA: Dwarf Snow Willow
Photo taken on: August 9, 2008
Location: Cottonwood Pass, CO
Life Zones: Subalpine to alpine
Habitat: Meadows, talus slopes

Grows to 6" high forming dense mats. Male and female flowers are on separate plants. Leaves are prominently veined and waxy with blunt tips compared to Arctic Willow.

Flora of North America reference.

Male and female flowers are on separate plants. At left is the male flower, above is the female.

Photo taken on: July 19, 2007
Location: Crested Butte Mountain, CO

Flora of North America reference.