Description
Salix wilmsii is an earlier name of S. subserrata. This tree is widely used medicinally by indigenous populations for ailments that range from headaches, fevers, burns and urinary complaints. The ground of any riverbed was believed to be hard enough for fording by wagon or horse if this willow grew there. Sticks from this indigenous willow tree were used in warding off storms (and even lightning), whilst the wood was also used to start a fire by stick friction (Coates Palgrave).
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