Its leaf shape reminds me of Weeping Willows back home
But the willow in Florida's much smaller
And the fruit opens to soft, white fur like the beard of a gnome.
(Special thanks to my bestie Heather for teaching me that the white furry stuff is coming out of the fruit!)
Location: Orlando Wetlands, Christmas FL
Sources: https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/stjohnsco/2021/03/15/carolina-willow/
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