wilgenbast
Wilgenbast is a natural fiber derived from the inner bark of willow trees, belonging to the genus Salix. It is one of the traditional bast fibers, similar in category to flax or hemp, but produced by willows rather than herbaceous plants.
The fiber is obtained by harvesting willows (often coppiced varieties such as Salix viminalis, the osier), removing
Historically, wilgenbast has been used in basketry, wickerwork, and light textile applications in regions where willows
Common willow species for bast production include Salix viminalis (osier), along with other Salix varieties grown