Sea willow belongs to coelenterate, a kind of coralline, and its scientific name is black coral.
2. Identification of Salix.
Salix can be distinguished by morphology. Sea willow grows into a big tree with slender branches and flexible texture. Its appearance is similar to that of willow trees on land. It grows on rocks 30 meters below the seabed and is closely connected with the rocks on the seabed through suction cups, so it is very difficult to collect.
3. Utilization of sea willow
Sea willow is full of treasures and has a wide range of uses. Using the unique shape, gorgeous colors and delicate wood of sea willow, after pruning, planing, polishing, cutting and drilling, various exquisite artistic treasures such as pipes, bonsai, bracelets, teacups, rings and beads were carved, which were once noble playthings of ancient emperors and generals.
Sea willow has strong fire and water resistance, and is an excellent material for making various works of art. The cigarette holder made of sea willow has a certain filtering effect on nicotine, which is cool and refreshing when smoking, and is deeply loved by people.
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Sea willow has the reputation of "Millennium underwater sacred tree" among the people, which is divided into three types: red willow, stone willow and black willow. According to local fishermen, sea willow generally grows in the crevices of deep sea, which can emit dazzling light waves and illuminate the waters within 10 meter.
It is said that sea willows can predict weather changes. Whenever the weather gets worse, the roots and leaves of the sea willow at home will ooze a layer of sticky water mist, which is a natural "meteorological observatory". Fishermen in South Australia used to give it to relatives and friends.
Fishermen in South Australia are good at making exquisite "sea willow pipes" with fresh sea willows. Experienced folk craftsmen can judge the attributes of sea willow according to its appearance and shape, and carve it into various handicrafts according to its quality.
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