What is another word for willow family?
Pronunciation: [wˈɪlə͡ʊ fˈamɪli] (IPA) 
The willow family, also known as Salicaceae, includes more than just the traditional weeping willow tree. Other members of this family include poplar, cottonwood, and aspen trees. Synonyms for the willow family may include the poplar family or the cottonwood family. While willows are known for their slender, drooping branches and leaves, poplars have a more upright, towering form and cottonwoods are known for their distinctive, rustling leaves. Despite their differences, all of these trees share common characteristics, such as fast growth rates and an affinity for water. Their wood is also commonly used in construction and paper production.
