Salix sericea, commonly known as silky willow, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. This plant species is a member of the willow family and has a variety of synonyms that describe its characteristics and features. Some common synonyms for Salix sericea include the following: silver willow, silver-leaved willow, and silky-leaved willow. These synonyms highlight the plant's silverish-gray leaves that have a silky texture. Other synonyms for Salix sericea include the following: cottony willow, downy willow, and woolly willow. These synonyms emphasize the plant's fuzzy or woolly appearance, particularly on its new growth and young branches.