Salix Vitellina, commonly known as the Golden Willow, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Salicaceae family. This tree is native to the Northern Hemisphere and is usually found growing along riverbanks, wetlands, and other moist habitats. Golden Willow is a beautiful tree with bright yellow shoots that appear in early spring. It is known for its medicinal properties and has been used for centuries for pain relief and fever reduction. Apart from being called Golden Willow, Salix Vitellina also goes by other names like Yellow Willow, Aurea Willow, and Yellow-Osier. These names are all synonyms for the same tree, and they refer to the beautiful yellow color of its shoots.