Salix alba is commonly known as white willow which is a deciduous tree found in many parts of the world. As with many plants, it has several synonyms that people may be more familiar with in certain areas or contexts. One common synonym for Salix alba is the cricket bat willow, as it is used to make cricket bats due to its dense and strong wood. Another synonym is the European willow as it is native to Europe and western Asia. There are also several subspecies of Salix alba, such as Salix alba 'vitellina', commonly known as golden willow, due to its bright yellow branches. Overall, Salix alba has a range of synonyms depending on the region and the specific subspecies.