Description
White willow bark comes from the white willow (Salix alba), a tree that has been part of the European landscape for centuries. Its grey-green leaves, graceful branches and characteristic bark make the species recognisable along riverbanks and wet grasslands. The bark has been used since ancient times in various European herbal traditions, mainly because of the natural compounds that occur naturally in willow species.
In modern herbal culture, white willow bark is valued for its mild, earthy flavour and its role as a traditional ingredient in herbal infusions. The bark imparts a warm, slightly woody aroma that blends well with other herbs.
